After months of negotiations, six of the seven states that rely on the Colorado River have reached an agreement to reduce their water usage. California, which is the largest user of Colorado River water, was the lone holdout in the negotiations.

The agreement was reached after a high-stakes legal battle between the states and a showdown over Colorado River water. The deadline was looming, and emails between the states revealed the tensions between them.

The agreement calls for the six states to reduce their water usage by 14 percent over the next 10 years. California will have to come up with its own plan for reducing water usage, or else risk facing legal action from the other states.

The agreement is a major victory for the states that rely on the Colorado River, as it will help to ensure the long-term sustainability of the river. It also serves as a reminder that California must take steps to reduce its water usage in order to protect the river.