Hotels Reopen at Grand Canyon After Water Repairs

Grand Canyon National Park's hotels at the South Rim will reopen on Thursday after repairs to the Transcanyon Waterline, which had experienced four significant breaks since July. The water supply was disrupted, prompting the closure of overnight accommodations on August 29 and leading to unsustainable water storage levels. Although overnight stays will resume, the park will operate under Stage 3 water restrictions to conserve resources. Visitors are encouraged to limit water use, such as taking shorter showers. The long-term refurbishment of the aging waterline, originally built in the 1960s, is projected to cost $208 million and be completed by 2027. Park officials express gratitude for community patience during the restoration process.