How a 19th-Century Drought Gave Us the L.A. We Know Today
The Owens Valley aqueduct and water from the Colorado River blunted the impact of 20th century droughts. Cattle and sheep range, emptied by thirst, became 50-by-100 foot house lots for the ten million of us who live in Los Angeles County, wondering today if there will ever be enough water.
Source: kcet.org