Worldwide water consumption is rising at double the rate of the population; however, the amount of fresh water remains at only 2.5 percent o...
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For environmentally friendly practices for your yard and how to become certified as an Alabama Watershed Steward, see the Alabama Waters...
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In January 2020, Alabama Water Watch (AWW), in partnership with the USDA Forest Service (USFS), officially launched a new water quality ...
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Waterborne illness because of drinking untreated water can be a product of both municipal and private water systems. While awareness of drin...
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A well is not guaranteed to have consistent water quality over time. For those that rely on groundwater for drinking, protecting the well an...
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Understanding water quantity in a well is important because well yield is related to withdrawal rates, well-depth, and groundwater replenish...
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Drinking water sourced from private water wells is widely used across the United States. Private water wells provide water for urban environ...
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After going through the well water testing process and receiving results, it is time to think about the next steps. If the water analysis re...
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Water well treatment systems are generally either point-of-use systems or whole-house systems. Some treatment options require more than one ...
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About the Choctawhatchee-Pea Basin
Agriculture in the Choctawhatchee-Pea (Choc-Pea) Basin encompasses 1,988,597 acres. It includes portions...
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Water pollutants are substances or conditions that change the natural state of an aquatic ecosystem, leading to degradation. Alabama utilize...
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Alabama’s water resources are important for economic growth and sustainability and for quality of life. The rivers, lakes, and str...
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