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Ogallala Aquifer

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

A major aquifer in the central United States that has been severely depleted due to overuse for agricultural irrigation.

AP course connection

Topic 5.5: 5.5 Irrigation Methods

Unit 5

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