The Republican River Compact
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Case Description
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Geolocation: | 40° 2' 41.8677", -101° 33' 31.2843" |
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Total Area | 64,79064,790 km² 25,015.419 mi² km2 |
Climate Descriptors | Semi-arid/steppe (Köppen B-type) |
Predominent Land Use Descriptors | agricultural- cropland and pasture |
Important Uses of Water | Agriculture or Irrigation, Domestic/Urban Supply, Livestock, Recreation or Tourism |
Contents
Summary
Natural, Historic, Economic, Regional, and Political Framework
Analysis, Synthesis, and Insight
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Learn moreASI:The Importance of Trust in the Republican River Compact
The history of the Republican River basin is characterized by periodic conflict. The presence and absence of mutual trust plays an essential role in both the successes and failings of the Republican River Compact to address this conflict. What role does trust play in transboundary water agreements and what actions can nurture or erode this trust?(read the full article... )
Contributed by: Ashley M. (last edit: 20 December 2015)