Trying to keep water everywhere

Water conservation key in ML and AH, Cheney continues plugging leaks

By BECKY THOMAS

Staff Reporter

Water is a simple element that has caused countless headaches for West Plains cities, farmers and ecologists.

While the cool summer has been a welcome respite from heavy irrigation for Cheney, Medical Lake and Airway Heights, water issues remain constant.

Medical Lake and Airway Heights have experienced a loss of water level in city wells for several years, a phenomenon known as “groundwater mining” that occurs when water is taken out of the ground faster than in can be recharged.

Both cities ha...