Exploring North Carolina

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Season 700 Episode 2 | 26m 30s

North Carolina has 17 river basins and was blessed with abundant fresh water. All too often, however, we have all heard stories about sediment and contaminants in our streams and lakes. The city of Asheville has given us a clean water model all cities and landowners should study carefully.

Aired: 07/04/17

Rating: NR

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