What is a Reservoir?
They release more water so farmers, businesses, and homes can function normally.
During a drought, how are reservoirs used?
By constructing dams across rivers
How are most reservoirs formed?
They limit the amount of wter allowed downriver
How do reservoirs prevent flooding?
still and quiet
Is the water in a reservoir still and quiet or fast and running?
irrigation, supply water for livestock, provide water to communities
Name three uses for water stored in a reservoir.
Lake Redman and Lake williams
Name two reservoirs in York County.
Reservoir
This is an artificial lake where water is stored.
boating, fishing, generate electricity
What are three other purposes of reservoirs?
sediment
What can build up in the bottom of a reservoir that can reduce the amount of water it contains?
Precipitation
What happens when the atmosphere collects and condenses enough water?
Drought
What is an extended dry period called?
When a natural lake has been dammed to control water levels.
What is another way reservoirs are formed?
Evaporation
What is the most common problem of reservoirs?
Natural Vegetation
What needs to grow before the reservoir can be come an important wildlife habitat?
The amount of water in a river varies
Why do people build reservoirs on rivers?
Well
You may not get your water from a reservoir at home if you have one of these on your property.