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By restraining the streams in flood and replenishing them in drought they make possible the use of waters otherwise wasted.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This statement highlights the role of natural water management in preventing waste and ensuring resource availability during droughts.

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