Water resources in the Continental U.S., are threatened by climate change, groundwater overdraft and longstanding water quality issues. One example is the Ogallala Aquifer, which is found in parts of eight states. Data: USGS; Map: Axios Visuals
A team of 40+ USDA scientists has listed the most significant looming challenges facing water resources and agricultural production nationwide.
Why it matters: Their newly-released plan unlocks a 30-year roadmap for mitigating some of the leading issues imperiling water sustainability before they become full-blown crises.
