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Ogallala Blue: Water And Life On The High Plains
Ogallala Blue: Water And Life On The High Plains
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The Ogallala aquifer contains enough water to fill Lake Erie not once but nine times over, stretching from Texas to South Dakota, and from Colorado almost to Nebraska. Every year, five trillion gallons are pumped out for irrigation. If the aquifer were to go dry, $20 billion worth of food and fiber would disappear almost overnight.
William Ashworth's lively, well-researched narrative covers the history of the Ogallala, from its formation after the glaciers retreated to its uncertain future. The history includes efforts to exploit the waters, from primitive wells of vanished tribes to modern extraction technologies. This account highlights the people living in the shadow of the Ogallala's decline.
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One Line Summary
Insight into vital, shrinking American water resource.
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Who is this book for?
This book offers a fascinating look at one of America's most essential but overlooked natural resources. William Ashworth's storytelling makes the history and importance of the Ogallala aquifer accessible and compelling, inviting readers to consider the future of water and food security in the Plains. It's a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in environmental challenges, sustainability, or American history.