Now that you have shared information about what you know and examined multiple perspectives on the topic, it is time for you to research and revise your ideas on the project, using the Web. Please complete the vocabulary exercise and then use the Web sites listed below to help focus on the important dimensions of your challenge.
River | Flood plain | River authority | Conservation |
Reservoir | 100-year flood | Acre-foot | Water reuse |
Dam | High-water mark | Drought of record | Storage |
Drought | Channel | Water user groups | Hydroelectric energy |
Flood | Off-channel reservoir | Water demand | Replenishment rates |
Research and write a report on usage of the Highland Lakes using a promotional website of your choosing. Include in your report information on the Lower Colorado dams.
Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) Data Sets and Resources