Few are more aware of the need to conserve water in the midst of California's historic drought than those who manage Bakersfield's shrinking water supply. Last week, the city's Department of Water Resources stopped the flow of water into Truxtun Lake west, the smaller sibling of Truxtun Lake east.
Stories Related to Lake To Go Dry, As A Way To Save Water
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Mon, 04/20/2015 - 6:52pm
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