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method to recharge
the ground water.
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WATER FACTORY 21, ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
The Orange County Water District (OCWD) was formed by a special act of the California legislature in 1933 for the purpose of protecting the Orange County ground water basin. In 1955, OCWD was given the added responsibility of water management. Early in its history, OCWD secured the right to all water inthe Santa Ana River. Over 3 million acre-feet of the river's flow has been captured to recharge the Orange County ground water basin. In addition, more that 2.5 million acre-feet of water imported from northern California and the Colorado River has been recharged (Orange County Water District, 1991). The location of OCWD and its recharge facilities is shown in Figure 6.1.
The Orange County ground water basin is the depositional plain of the Santa Aria River. The principal features of the region are surrounding hills and a broad, poorly drained alluvial plain with alternating gaps and minor hill systems along the coast. A major fault system parallels the coastline, which apparently
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2.Use fewer chemicals around your home and yard, and make sure to dispose of them properly - don't dump them on the ground!
3.Properly dispose of potentially toxic substances like unused chemicals, pharmaceuticals, paint, motor oil, and other substances. Many communities hold household hazardous waste collections or sites - contact your local health department to find one near you.
4.Shut off the water when you brush your teeth or shaving, and don't let it run while waiting for it to get cold. Keep a pitcher of cold water in the fridge instead.
5.Check all the faucets, fixtures, toilets, and taps in your home for leaks and fix them right away, or install water conserving models.
6.Limit yourself to just a five minute shower, and challenge your family members to do the same! Also, make sure to only run full loads in the dish and clothes washer.
7.Water the lawn and plants during the coolest parts of the day and only when they truly need it. Make sure you, your family, and your neighbors obey any watering restrictions during dry periods.
8.Reduce the amount of "stuff" you use and reuse what you can. Recycle paper, plastic, cardboard, glass, aluminum and other materials.
9.Use all natural/nontoxic household cleaners whenever possible. Materials such as lemon juice, baking soda, and vinegar make great cleaning products, are inexpensive, and environmentally-friendly.
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