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Presents consistent & current water-use estimates by State & water-resources region for the U.S., Puerto Rico, & the U.S. Virgin Islands. Estimates of water withdrawn from surface- & groundwater sources, estimates of consumptive use, & estimates of in-stream use & wastewater releases during 1995 are presented. Many existing sources of water are being stressed by withdrawals from aquifers & diversions from rivers & reservoirs to meet the needs of homes, cities, farms, & industries. Increasing requirements to leave water in the streams & rivers to meet environmental, human, & recreational needs further complicate the matter. Charts & tables.Solley, Wayne B. is the author of 'Estimated Use of Water in the U.S. in 1995' with ISBN 9780788184086 and ISBN 0788184083.
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