Textbook (if needed) : Christopherson, R.W. 2013. Elemental Geosystems, 8th ed. Pearson. ISBN13: 9780321985019.

Assignment 6

1-Evaluate the U.S. water budget, and identify critical aspects of present and future freshwater supplies.

2-Compare MD and CA in terms of main sources of water supply.

 Identify the main sources of water supply for both MD and CA, respectively.

 Are there any desalination plants in MD or CA?

 What major dams are present in MD and CA, and what are their respective capacities?

Main Source of Water Supply Desalination Plant Dam

Maryland Groundwater/S urface Water/Desalination Yes/No Yes/No

California Groundwater/S urface Water/Desalination Yes/No Yes/No

Due date: Monday October 31st