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Freshwater ecosystems and their management: A national initiative

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Naiman,-R.J.; Magnuson,-J.J.; McKnight,-D.M.; Stanford,-J.A.; Karr,-J.R.

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SCIENCE-WASH. 1995 vol. 270, no. 5236, pp. 584-585

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Fresh water is a strategic resource that structures the nation's natural and cultural landscapes and is a major determinant of regional economies and demographic patterns. Water consumption in the United States has more than doubled since 1940 and is likely to double again within the next 20 years. Critical water-related challenges now face the nation regarding availability, human health and safety, and environmental integrity. These challenges persist despite numerous federal laws (such as the Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Forest Practices Act, and National Environmental Policy Act) and state provisions regarding surface water, ground water, and water rights.