In this week’s news briefs, a water department crew makes a gruesome discovery, and the town of Colebrook, New Hampshire, starts replacing some of the oldest water infrastructure in the state.

In this week’s news briefs, California officials consider dismissing a $1.55 million fine levied against the Byron-Bethany Irrigation District, and an Oregon city announces plans to sell unused water rights.

In this week’s news briefs, Lake Mead water level hits an all-time low, Chicago looks to reduce flooding in Albany Park, and West Fargo prepares to change its water source amid customer concerns.

In this week's news, Santa Barbara officials opt for desalination, a water utility invests $50 million in its future, and a West Coast water district faces a hefty fine.