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Old 08-31-2009, 09:44 PM   #27
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He's trying to convey the story behind "Cadillac Desert." At least that's my perspective of his argument.

The great American west migration wouldn't be possible if it wasn't for the building of myriads of dams. These irrigation projects made it possible to farm in the West, but also came with environmental complexities and devastation.

I've read the book, it's a good read. Based on his comments, I think he's referring to the same book.
"Chinatown" is all about the water struggle in Los Angeles.

Part of that is right behind me: Lake Hollywood, built in 1932 and designed as part of the Mulholland Aqueduct system. It's actually a reservoir, not a lake.
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