The big news in Raccoon Springs is a planned expansion of a local mine. The mine operators promise well-paying jobs, safe operations, and lots of tax money flowing into the community.
However, many residents are worried about the possibility of an accident that could release
toxic materials into local streams. Ms. Noriega's class is studying a devastating mine spill that
took place in Colorado in 2015. Over 3 million gallons of contaminated water flowed into the
Animas River. The students find a map of the spill in relation to major watersheds in the United
States.
Based on the map, communities in which watershed were most likely affected by the Gold
King Mine spill? ES
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Columbia River Watershed
Colorado River Watershed
Mississippi River Watershed
Missouri River Watershed