Colorado River Dispute - Acts Passed To Preserve The River

Acts Passed To Preserve The River

  • The 1974 Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Act was passed to deal with salinity and water quality.
  • The 1973 Endangered Species Act was passed to protect endangered fish.
  • The 1992 Grand Canyon Protection Act was passed to recognise the recreational value of the Colorado River to Grand Canyon National Park.

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