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6-29-2016 10:15 AM
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6-29-2016 10:45 AM
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Recommended Citation
Bunk, D. (2016). Colorado River System - Planning and Operations During Extended Drought. In B. Crookston & B. Tullis (Eds.), Hydraulic Structures and Water System Management. 6th IAHR International Symposium on Hydraulic Structures, Portland, OR, 27-30 June (pp. 684-685). (ISBN 978-1-884575-75-4).
Abstract
Today, between 35 and 40 million people rely on the Colorado River and its tributaries for some, if not all, of their municipal water needs. These same water sources irrigate nearly 4.5 million acres (1.8 million hectares) of land within the basin and adjacent areas that receive Colorado River water. The Colorado River and its tributaries also provide essential cultural and economic resources to 22 federally recognized tribes, as well as recreational opportunities and environmental benefits to 11 National Park Service units and seven national wildlife refuges. Additionally, the Colorado River is a vital resource to the United Mexican States (Mexico).
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Colorado River System - Planning and Operations During Extended Drought
Portland, OR
Today, between 35 and 40 million people rely on the Colorado River and its tributaries for some, if not all, of their municipal water needs. These same water sources irrigate nearly 4.5 million acres (1.8 million hectares) of land within the basin and adjacent areas that receive Colorado River water. The Colorado River and its tributaries also provide essential cultural and economic resources to 22 federally recognized tribes, as well as recreational opportunities and environmental benefits to 11 National Park Service units and seven national wildlife refuges. Additionally, the Colorado River is a vital resource to the United Mexican States (Mexico).