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The Los Angeles Water War
16:12 - 23:34 (07:22)
This episode discusses the water conflict between Los Angeles and Owens Valley due to the construction of the aqueduct that carried water from the valley to LA, which resulted in the destruction of Owens Valley's agriculture and natural ecosystem.
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This episode discusses the power dynamics between Frederick Eaton, the mayor of LA, and William Mulholland, the superintendent of the city's water company, and their role in the water wars of California, including blocking the Bureau of Reclamation from building water infrastructure for residents of Owens Valley.
16:12 - 19:58 (03:46)
California water wars
Summary
This episode discusses the power dynamics between Frederick Eaton, the mayor of LA, and William Mulholland, the superintendent of the city's water company, and their role in the water wars of California, including blocking the Bureau of Reclamation from building water infrastructure for residents of Owens Valley.
ChapterThe Los Angeles Water War
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PodcastNational Park After Dark
This episode discusses the history of the LA Aqueduct and the conflict over water rights that ensued between the residents of the Owens Valley and Los Angeles.
19:58 - 23:34 (03:35)
LA Aqueduct
Summary
This episode discusses the history of the LA Aqueduct and the conflict over water rights that ensued between the residents of the Owens Valley and Los Angeles.