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<br />Most of the Bureau's reservoirs are multiple-purpose by design <br />or in actual operation. Even a basic irrigation reservoir will <br />usually serve the added functions of flood control, recreation, and <br />fish-wildlife proplogation. Some reservoirs serve other functions <br />such as hydroelectric powelj municipal and industrial water supply" <br />water quality control, and sediment retention. <br />Because of its extensive experience in the construction of <br />multiple-purpose water projects, the Bureau has an international <br />reputation. It has provided technical assistance to many foreign <br />governments. The Bureau is deeply concerned with, and committed <br />to, the preservation and enhancement of the economy of the 17 <br />western states. Each Bureau plan of developnent--whether it be <br />for an entire river basin or for a small project--is concerned <br />with the wisest use of all natural resources. <br />To further that end, all affected Federal agencies are con- <br />sulted and are asked to participate. The Corps of Engineers, for <br />example, has actively cooperated in planning Bureau projects by <br />determining flood control capacities and benefits. Conversely, <br />the Bureau has cooperated with the Corps of Engineers by furnishing <br />the Corps with data on irrigation, reservoir conservation capacities, <br />landa, and agricultural benefits. <br />Water supply in the arid and semi-arid West too frequently <br />is a feast or famine proposition. Long-term holdover storage <br />usually is necessary to meet water requirements during dry spells. <br />With increasing requirements for all purposes, it is becoming <br />essential that provisions be made for the conservation of all <br />f~ <br /> <br />5 <br />