We share the water resource with salmon, trout, and other fish and wildlife species. By adding more wells for residential, commercial, and industrial use, we are lowering the groundwater table that provides summer flow in our streams. Information gaps need to be filled to make informed choices about water. And, we don't have a good understanding of the total groundwater available to be removed without reducing baseflow to the streams. Although we have nitrate data on many wells across the county, we have minimal data for other quality factors.
Every resident has a stake in management of our generally high quality and abundant water.
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