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How does Parker Dam help supply water to Los Angeles and San Diego?
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Colorado River
Colorado River, near San Luis, Mex.
Parker Dam helps supply water to Los Angeles and San Diego by creating a reservoir known as Lake Havasu. From this reservoir, water is transported approximately 250 miles across California to meet a portion of the water needs for Los Angeles and the majority of the water supply for San Diego.1