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There are several reasons we don't have water. First, we have been in a drought for the last three years. The valley is a cultivated desert and our water source comes from the snow pack in the Sierra Nevada's and it melts into our streams and reservoir's . When there isn't enough snow there isn't enough water. Second, we are controlled with a water district authority that dates back to the early 1900's. In recent years there has been problems with the water on the west side of the valley. Many farmers allowed a runoff from the farms into the the ground water and the water system. This has caused a problem with the water quality and as a result some of the water has been cut off. Next, there is a small fish called a smelt that for several years has been protected by environmental laws and this too has caused problems with the water delivery to farms. Much of our water is also sent to the southern half of the state where the largest population is located and many of the west side farmers have sold their water rights allowing more water to go south. These are the men who now complain they don't have enough water, but they have made a lot of money on the water deals they have made. They are not the ones suffering as a result but the workers who are put out of work because they didn't plant the crops. In some places on the west side unemployment is 50%. Finally, there is the mess in Sacramento not only can't the people up there do a budget but any water deal that is needed is stalled with the political back and forth between the governor and the assembly. It is clear that the "common good" of the people of this state means very little to these men.
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Which California valley is responsible for most of the nation's grapes?
central valley
Where is most of the water in California located?
Very little of the water in California falls in the southern part of the state, where most of the population is. Most of the water is in the northern part of the state, which gets much more rain and snow. The State Water Project and federal Central Valley Project both move massive amounts of the water that falls in Northern California south to the Central Valley and Southern California.
How do farmers in the California Valley get water in the dry season?
Farmers get their water by the irrigation. (called the Central Valley Project)
What is a central valley?
A central valley is a elongated valley that is typically found between mountain ranges. It is often characterized by flat or gently rolling terrain, and is commonly used for agricultural purposes due to its fertile soil and access to water sources. Examples include the Central Valley in California and the Great Rift Valley in Africa.
Are there any bodies of water in the central valley region?
yes
What body of water lies south of judah?
central valley
In what region do most Californians live... why?
The central valley
Is Coachella Valley in the Central Valley Region?
is coachella valley in the central valley region?
Which valley has more farms the central valley or the Death valley?
Central
How do plants adapt in the California Central Valley?
There are a few ways that animals adapt to life in the central valley. One way is to develop an internal way of conserving water.
Which valley is located in central Mexico?
There are several of them, but the most famous is the Valley of Mexico, where Mexico City resides.
What is the irrigation system that provides water for the Central Valley?
the California aqua duct
