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Learn about California's Circulatory Water System Part 3/7
Female: Even though much of California’s early history happened in the north, in the early 1900’s, it was the southern part of the state that was experiencing the fastest growth. The mild climate had the potential for a year round growing season, this weather and an abundance of rich fertile soil began an influx of people that far out phased the other western states. But the missing ingredient was then as it continues to be today finding an adequate supply of water. That supply was found that flowed through six other western states before coming to California and became the largest single source of water for the state, the Colorado River.
Male: The Colorado River made southern California in its modern terms possible and the founders of southern California of that era knew that. They knew that the water shaft was in trouble, it wouldn’t suffice for the great metropolitan region and so they looked out and there was the mighty Colorado.
Female: The Colorado River connects seven states and Mexico. In the early 1920’s, political negotiations led to the Colorado River compact, an agreement between the states. It divided the water shed into upper and lower basins and gave each of the states a share of Colorado River water.
Male: And it was known from that time forward that at some point the mighty Colorado would have to be tamed, would have to be on alignment with the modern culture, of course that was the Boulder later Hoover Dam.
Female: The completion of the dam in 1936 was not only a historic engineering feat but also a political one by California. By agreeing to limit the use of water, California was able to gain the support of the other states who deferred their portion until they can grow into their share.
Male: Development of the Colorado River was essential to the development of California. It first developed a very solid agricultural economy in the imperial valley but perhaps more importantly developed a significant water supply for southern California.
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