The Ogallala Flashcards
What is the Ogallala?
It is one of the world’s biggest aquifers.
What is an aquifer?
It’s a natural underground structure which holds groundwater.
Where is the Ogallala?
It lies within the great plains region which is in the US and Canada.
Which states share the Ogallala?
Wyoming, South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma
Who will be affected when the Ogallala runs out of water?
The farmers.
What type of water does the Ogallala hold?
Fossil water.
How much percent of the water is available for withdrawal?
15-20% of it is available for withdrawal and 60-80% of that is only accessible by technology.
What is the only to get the water?
Through groundwater mining.
How long might the Ogallala take to recharge its water amount?
About 35 years.
