California Drought and Water Management

What measures did Governor Jerry Brown urge Californians to take due to the drought?

• Install water-efficient appliances and plant drought-resistant landscaping.

• Take shorter showers and flush toilets only when necessary.

• Collect rainwater for household use and reduce car washing.

• Limit outdoor watering to specific days and times.

How long has the drought affecting Lake Mead been ongoing, according to the Southern Nevada Water Authority?

• 5 years

• 10 years

• 14 years

• 20 years

How much water has Lake Mead lost since the year 2000?

• 1 trillion gallons

• 2 trillion gallons

• 3 trillion gallons

• 4 trillion gallons

What is the estimated cost to build the third, deeper intake pipe for Lake Mead?

• $200 million

• $450 million

• $600 million

• $817 million

What percentage of its water does Las Vegas reuse?

• 50%

• 75%

• 93%

• 100%