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Acre-feet

A unit of volume typically used to measure large quantities of water, equal to the volume of water that would cover one acre of land to a depth of one foot.

Treaty relating to the Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande

A 1944 agreement between the United States and Mexico that divides the waters of these rivers between the two countries.

Non-Treaty request

An emergency request by Mexico for special deliveries of water through channels not covered by the main 1944 water treaty, usually handled through specific agreements called 'Minutes' by a joint commission.

International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC)

A joint U.S.-Mexico commission responsible for applying the boundary and water treaties between the two countries.

Minute (of the IBWC)

An official agreement or resolution adopted by the International Boundary and Water Commission to address specific issues or clarify existing treaties.

Secretary of State

The head of the U.S. Department of State, responsible for foreign affairs and international relations.