The Gallatin River watershed serves the dynamic water needs of various stakeholders - agricultural, industrial, municipal, and environmental. Our group master's thesis project developed recommendations to pioneer a water exchange to serve stakeholder needs and defend Montana's instream river flows. |
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Gallatin River WatershedGallatin County rests on a shallow, largely homogeneous aquifer. This section includes information about the hydrology of the watershed, including maps and diagrams.
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Water ExchangesWater exchanges use markets to move water rights where they are needed most, when they are needed most. This section covers how the exchange works and who it serves.
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The Time is NowRecent regulatory changes in Montana have stressed the need for innovative and efficient ways to transfer water rights. This section explains the role of exempt wells and regulation in the county.
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