WWRC 90-02
Wyoming Water Atlas
Introduction
In 1989 the Wyoming Water Development Commission
(WWDC) allocated funds toward the generation of this Wyoming Water Atlas
and contracted with the University of Wyoming to develop the document.
The atlas was compiled by Lawrence M. Ostresh, Jr., Richard A. Marston,
and Walter M. Hudson of the Department of Geography.
It was the goal of the WWDC to generate an
atlas that would serve the public as a resource document, provide water
data and statistics, and discuss some of the water problems Wyoming is
facing and must address in the future. This publication does not predict
the future. The only predictable characteristic of water resources in Wyoming
is that there will be change. However, the Wyoming Water Atlas provides
a meaningful "snapshot" of the status of water resources in Wyoming during
the state's centennial year.
Wyoming is fortunate to have the opportunity
to manage its water resources in a manner that will insure good quality
water for future generations in quantities sufficient to promote economic
growth and stability. But, with opportunity comes challenge. We must work
to insure its quality, to improve our water infrastructure, and to be environmentally
responsible.
The Wyoming Water Development Commission would
like to thank Professor Ostresh, Professor Marston, Mr. Hudson, and the
other participating authors for their efforts. We hope you find the Wyoming
Water Atlas a worthy and useful addition to your library.
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