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Virginia’s Groundwater Crisis Deepens | Richmond News
Virginia’s new groundwater report reveals a critical water crisis east of I-95, warning that new withdrawals could push aquifers past legal limits or cause permanent damage. With water levels already trending downward, especially in the Middle James watershed where new permits are “effectively zero,” the state is facing a looming shortage. Industrial use—like paper mills—has reversed natural flow patterns, risking saltwater intrusion and land sinking. Even unregulated daily usage adds pressure, draining 200,000–300,000 gallons daily. The DEQ plans to monitor land changes and saltwater threats…
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