Water Fight in Boone

National Public Radio WFAE 90.7 Charlotte NC Reports on New River Water Intake Controversy Julie Rose Monday June 29, 2009

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The town of Boone is facing a water crisis. Officials say they have nearly maxed out their water supply and may soon have to put a moratorium on building any new homes. Boone wants permission to take 4 million additional gallons of water from the New River. The proposal is drawing fire from residents. WFAE's Julie Rose reports.

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