Excerpt from Benefits Accruing From the Hetch Hetchy Project, San Francisco Water Supply
It has been pointed out that'the Hetch Hetchy water is of excellent quality bacterially, physically and chemically, at its. In its 142-mile trip to Crystal Springs Reservoir, it is subject to changes in character due to various factors, chief of which are: entry of water from Moccasin Creek into Moccasin Reservoir, entry of tunnel-al.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book exhaustively covers the multifaceted Hetch Hetchy Project, a project centered around harnessing a dependable supply of water for San Francisco and its neighboring communities. The author provides a detailed history of the project, noting the obstacles overcome in acquiring the water rights and constructing the necessary infrastructure. Moreover, it delves into the advantages of having such a project. These include improved water quality, increased water availability, and the generation of hydroelectric power, leading to substantial financial benefits. The book also highlights the indirect benefits, such as flood control, recreational opportunities, and enhanced publicity for San Francisco. This book offers a comprehensive understanding of the Hetch Hetchy Project, presenting a valuable resource for anyone interested in water resource management and the history of infrastructure development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780428017798_0
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