Sustainability of Water Resources

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• The Colorado River is the most regulated stream in the world.

• Since 1962, the river flow has been fully utilized.

• Salinity levels increase 15 folds from mountain headwaters to the Mexican border

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Colorado River Flow Below All Major Dams and Diversions

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