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While water is a limited natural resource, its use appears unlimited. Beyond its use for agriculture, water, and the snow that produces much of it, are also used by:

• Reservoir operators - To adjust water releases to minimize the effects of flooding or conserve water during a drought.

• Utility managers - To plan for power generation.
• City planners - To manage urban growth.
• Biologists - To manage fish and wildlife based on potential impacts of weather and water supplies.

• Recreationists - To plan outdoor activities like rafting, skiing, fishing and other back-country uses.
• Etc., Etc., Etc.

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