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This book explores the history and development of the Imperial Irrigation System, an extensive network of canals and ditches constructed to bring water from the Colorado River to the fertile lands of Imperial Valley in California. Built in the early 20th century, the system transformed a vast desert into one of the most productive agricultural regions in the United States. The author delves into the complexities of water rights, the challenges of constructing and maintaining the canals, and the impact of the system on the environment and society. Through archival research and interviews with key figures, the book sheds light on the resilience and ingenuity of the engineers and farmers who created this agricultural marvel, and examines the ongoing challenges and opportunities facing the Imperial Irrigation System in the 21st century.
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Irrigation in Imperial Valley, California: Its Problems and Possibilities
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history and development of the Imperial Irrigation System, an extensive network of canals and ditches constructed to bring water from the Colorado River to the fertile lands of Imperial Valley in California. Built in the early 20th century, the system transformed a vast desert into one of the most productive agricultural regions in the United States. The author delves into the complexities of water rights, the challenges of constructing and maintaining the canals, and the impact of the system on the environment and society. Through archival research and interviews with key figures, the book sheds light on the resilience and ingenuity of the engineers and farmers who created this agricultural marvel, and examines the ongoing challenges and opportunities facing the Imperial Irrigation System in the 21st century. 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 # 9781331973607_0
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