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Groundwater levels continue to decline in Nebraska, exacerbating drought conditions: UNL report


A recent report from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s School of Natural Resources has shown that groundwater levels in Nebraska are continuing to decline slowly due to the ongoing drought. The data revealed that from 2023 to 2024, groundwater levels decreased by approximately half a foot on average across the state.

Aaron Young, a geologist with UNL’s conservation survey division, emphasized that while agricultural producers are not at immediate risk of their wells running dry, the situation should be monitored closely. Young compared groundwater to a bank account, explaining that during dry periods, farmers withdraw more water to sustain their crops, leading to a decline in groundwater levels.

Experts are concerned about the increased risk of fire, particularly on windy spring days, due to the drought conditions in about 75% of the state. Eric Hunt, a professor of agricultural meteorology and climate resilience, highlighted the need for more precipitation to replenish soil moisture and reduce the fire risk.

While Nebraska is faring relatively better than neighboring states in terms of groundwater levels, Young warned that prolonged declines could pose a serious problem in the future. He stressed the importance of continued monitoring and conservation efforts to mitigate the impact of the ongoing drought on groundwater resources.

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