Colorado River Aqueduct Inspecion Tour

SPEAKER:Ben Willardson, P.E.,
Los Angeles County Department of Public Works,
Water Resources DivisionABSTRACT The Colorado River Aqueduct is a vital feature in the water supply system for Southern California. The aqueduct system delivers water from the Colorado River to Lake Matthews in Riverside County. The water is then distributed by the Metropolitan Water District to its member agencies. This presentation results from a recent inspection tour of the Aqueduct and the facilities that help bring this important resource to the populated areas in Southern California. The presentation provides information on Parker Dam, construction and features of the aqueduct, and the construction of Diamond Valley Lake. The Colorado River Aqueduct was selected as one of the "Seven Wonders of American Engineering" by the American Society of Civil Engineers in 1994.

Location: Kaprielian Hall (KAP) - rielian Hall 156

Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

Contact: Evangeline Reyes