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Aquifers May Play Expanded Role in Conservation

As excess water from floods flows to the Gulf, some water planners are considering turning to aquifers to implement the state's water infrastructure and help ease droughts.

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As excess flood water flows to the Gulf, some Texas water planners are considering turning to aquifers to implement the state's water infrastructure and help ease droughts. Studies are currently looking into whether the state should add to its three aquifer storage and recovery facilities. (Associated Press)

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