[2018 AR] Population Growth

2018 Report

Population Growth

  • 29 - 100
  • 101 - 200
  • 201 - 400
  • 401 - 800
  • 801 - 1600
  • 1601 - 3200
  • 3201 - 6975

Population per square mile

Population in the basin has grown significantly. The 2015 population in the basin was 6 times higher than it was in 1980. Population increases generally impact water quality with increased runoff and point and nonpoint source pollutants. However, through strong partnerships with local, state, and federal stakeholders, the Authority has worked to moderate nutrient productivity in the reservoir.

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