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The foresight of leaders in Southern Nevada prompted this infrastructural expansion as early as 20 years ago, recognizing the ‘bathtub ring’ around the lake as a stark indication of a looming crisis. The completion of the third intake took an impressive 15 years—from conception to realization—underscoring the extensive planning and construction required to mitigate potential water crises.
The intake itself has faced significant engineering challenges and has set a formidable standard in water infrastructure around the globe. Complications during its construction included water intrusions that necessitated alterations to boring machinery paths, emphasizing the monumental efforts undertaken to ensure reliable water access.