08-31-24 RSO News PM

Don’t Plan on Water if You Go to the Grand Canyon...

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Grand Canyon's Aging Infrastructure Crisis: Millions Affected

In a shocking turn of events, four critical breaches in the water pipeline serving Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim have left thousands without access to basic necessities like clean drinking water and functioning restrooms during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year – the Labor Day weekend.

As if this weren't disturbing enough, these recent ruptures highlight a decades-long neglect of our nation's most treasured natural wonders' crumbling infrastructure. Let's delve into the details surrounding the beleaguered Transcanyon Waterline:

Built in the 1960s, this rickety 12.5-mile pipe stretches across the Grand Canyon's rugged landscape, supplying life-giving H2O to approximately 2,000 permanent residents, countless tourists, park personnel, and numerous historic structures within the iconic landmark.

Unfortunately, the Transcanyon Water Distribution Pipeline has far outlived its intended shelf-life, yielding catastrophic consequences when neglected repairs snowball into costly crises. Over $25,000 per fix, the financial burden piles high while the line continues to deteriorate under environmental stressors such as grit-laden waters corroding internal surfaces.

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