The recent flooding has had mixed effects on the Southwest. While it has provided temporary relief to water reservoirs and lifted water restrictions in areas like Pagosa Springs, Colorado, the region remains in a state of drought. The storms caused significant damage, including evacuations and isolated communities in central Arizona. Despite the rise in water levels, Lake Powell is still far from full, with 15 of its 17 boat launches remaining unusable. Federal water managers have stated that no immediate changes to water release plans will be made, as the region's water supply remains uncertain and dependent on future snowpack levels.