Groundwater mining has had a significant impact on the Ogallala Aquifer since the 1930s. As the demand for water has increased, the amount of water being pumped from the aquifer has also increased. This has caused the water table to drop significantly, leading to a decrease in the amount of water available for use. In some areas, the water table has dropped by more than 100 feet since the 1930s. This has caused a decrease in the amount of water available for irrigation, as well as a decrease in the amount of water available for drinking and other uses. In addition, the decrease in the water table has caused an increase in the amount of salt and other contaminants in the water, making it less suitable for use.
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