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Archive Home > 2009 > September > 02 > As Prineville drains its water resources, city officials search for other options

As Prineville drains its water resources, city officials search for other options

City plans more wells and sees signs of decreased usage, but it could be an emergency in 10 to 15 years

By Lauren Dake / The Bulletin
September 2, 2009

For Prineville officials, the geology has made it clear — it’s time to start considering alternative water sources before the water supply can no longer meet the demand.

The 29.5 million-year-old rock the city sits on no longer holds or transports water very well, which will likely impact the....

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