Phoenix is mainly supported by the Salt, Verde, and Gila Rivers. not the Colorado. It gets some from the Colorado via canals but most of that water supports eme

Phoenix is mainly supported by the Salt, Verde, and Gila Rivers. not the Colorado. It gets some from the Colorado via canals but most of that water supports emerald valley through to LA via Aquifer. There is quite a bit of water in the valley which is why it was traditionally used for agriculture before electricity and A/C came to the area. (many growing seasons) I think historically it was a major source of alfalfa until Phoenix grew and took over all that farm land with city.