I was visiting California about 7 years ago and discussed the water situation, the lack thereof, with politicians in Sacramento, where I was staying.
What I suggested is a change in the flume system that brings water down from the mountains. The need for a change is because the major problem in the preserving of captured water, e.g., to be used in the fields, is evaporation. The canals around the state are typically uncovered, and with the sun baking down on the land, presents a problem in saving much of it for practical purposes in agriculture and for drinking.
Actually, there needs to be set up a system whereby water in flood areas is transported via pipes to areas experiencing much draught. It's possible, using underground piping like they do in the oil industry. I think the state of Georgia could benefit by taking run-off water and transport it via pipes to where it would be of practical use.
Just a suggestion, but I think it's a needful step to preserve water for use somewhere else. In sum, stop the wasteful evaporation of water--transport water overflow to where it can be used, instead of just opening the ocean and river spickets!
My ;opinion.
P.S. I think the Army Corps of Engineers could be involved to advantage.
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