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Fight to re-fill Kern River heats up; A state board could change where water flows

Posted by: Aqua Blog Maven on February 9, 2010 at 6:12 am

From Bakersfield’s Channel 23:

“It is a water fight that could take a new turn next week as the city of Bakersfield is fighting to re-fill the Kern River. It’s been several years since the river flowed through the heart of town, but a state board is poised to possibly change that next week.

The State Board of Water Resources will hear arguments and make a decision on whether the Kern River is fully appropriated next week.

A draft decision indicates the board believes there is some water up for grabs and the city wants it for the river.

And while everyone would like to see the river at full steam, it’s not that simple. … “

Read more from Bakersfield’s Channel 23 by clicking here.

February 9, 2010 · Filed Under Bakersfield

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