Chapter
The Dwindling Water Supply in the American West
06:25 - 11:57 (05:32)
The assumption that there would be abundant water supply in the American West for development and agriculture was flawed, threatening the future of the region as the supply of water continues to diminish due to drought and climate change.
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The growth of agriculture and cities in the Western US was based on a flawed assumption of abundant water supply that has been further reduced due to drought and climate change.
06:25 - 10:32 (04:07)
Summary
The growth of agriculture and cities in the Western US was based on a flawed assumption of abundant water supply that has been further reduced due to drought and climate change. While the crisis may not happen tomorrow, it is a growing concern for the future.
ChapterThe Dwindling Water Supply in the American West
Episode7 States, 1 River and an Agonizing Choice
PodcastThe Daily
The states of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming, also known as the Upper Basin, argue that they don't rely on giant reservoirs, and are, therefore, dependent on whatever the stream flow is.
10:32 - 11:57 (01:25)
Summary
The states of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming, also known as the Upper Basin, argue that they don't rely on giant reservoirs, and are, therefore, dependent on whatever the stream flow is. As the snow melts in the Rockies has gone down, the amount of water reaching them has dropped precariously.