The 2025 Verde River Watershed Report Card Update is Here!
The 2025 Verde River Watershed Report Card incorporates updated data and refined indicators to evaluate conditions across the watershed. The report reflects extensive discussions around methodology and the use of current data to ensure a clear, science-based snapshot of watershed health.
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Short Summary
This short summary provides an overview of the health of the Verde River and the factors shaping its future. The report highlights the river’s importance as one of the last free-flowing rivers in the Southwest, supporting wildlife, agriculture, recreation, and drinking water for more than 3 million people in Arizona.
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Detailed Summary
This detailed summary of the Verde River Watershed Report Card provides an updated assessment of the health, resilience, and sustainability of the Verde River Watershed from its headwaters near Prescott to its confluence downstream. The report evaluates 17 ecological, water-related, and community indicators across seven regions, resulting in an overall watershed score of 58% (C+), a slight improvement since 2020.
2020 Verde River Watershed Report Card
The 2020 Verde River Watershed Report Card was the first comprehensive assessment of the health of the Verde River watershed, evaluating conditions across three categories: Water, Habitat, and Communities. Using data and input from regional stakeholders, the report measured indicators such as water quantity, habitat condition, recreation access, and economic factors.
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The watershed received an overall score of 57% (C+), with moderate scores for Water (49%) and Habitat (54%), and a stronger score for Communities (69%). High recreation access and visitor satisfaction reflected the river’s importance for outdoor recreation and tourism across the region.