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wglt.org > local-news > 2026-04-02 > march-rains-lift-bloomingtons-water-supply-out-of-drought-conditions

March rains lift Bloomington's water supply out of drought conditions

5+ mon, 1+ week ago   (284+ words) The City of Bloomington has exited a moderate drought period after weeks of precipitation. A wetter-than-normal March improved water levels at the city's two reservoirs, Lakes Bloomington and Evergreen, which rose more than three feet in recent weeks. The combined…...

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wglt.org > local-news > 2026-03-26 > bloomington-resumes-search-for-new-water-sources

Bloomington resumes search for new water sources

5+ mon, 2+ week ago   (379+ words) The City of Bloomington is engaged in a significant planning effort to find ways to expand its drinking water supply, with water director Brett Lueschen saying the city will likely need more water in the future. “We've seen some growth…...

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wglt.org > local-news > 2026-02-27 > crucial-water-system-upgrades-are-in-bloomingtons-plans

Crucial water system upgrades are in Bloomington's plans

6+ mon, 1+ week ago   (1209+ words) The City of Bloomington doesn't know what's happening to up to 3 million gallons of water per day — and it could be more during the summer. An aging treatment and distribution system is a root cause. "Right now, we have a…...

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wglt.org > local-news > 2026-01-02 > bloomington-requests-voluntary-water-conservation-during-severe-drought

Bloomington requests voluntary water conservation during severe drought

8+ mon, 1+ week ago   (626+ words) The City of Bloomington is asking residents and businesses to reduce their water use, as water levels at lakes Bloomington and Evergreen have dropped more than 8 feet below adequate levels. City officials say lower water levels are not expected to…...