Drought Management and Its Impact on Public Water Systems

Based on a colloquium sponsored by the Water Science and Technology Board, this book addresses the need for research toward the problems of water management during drought episodes. It covers such topics as the causes and occurrence of drought, drought management options, acceptable risks for public systems, and legal and institutional aspects of drought management.Table of ContentsFront MatterOverview and ConclusionsBackground Papers1. Dimensions of Drought Management for Public Water Supplies, colloquium keynote address2. Causes and Occurrence of Drought3. What are Acceptable Risks for Public Systems?4. Drought Management Options5. Legal and Institutional Aspects of Drought ManagementAppendixesA: The Emergency Water Conservation Plan of the City of Los Angeles and the Summary of the Los Angeles Emergency Water Conservation OrdinanceB: Salt Lake County Water Conservancy District Rationing PlanC: Biographical Sketches of Principal ContributorsD: Attendees at Boulder Colloquium