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<br />. <br /> <br />. <br /> <br />The ecological and institutional consequences of the various concepts need to be better <br />analyzed before a final selection is made. Furthermore, the impact of anticipated water <br />diversion from the Salton Sea and the possible use of excess Colorado River water need to <br />be factored into the decision. <br /> <br />In summary, the options identified for consideration in H.R. 3267 appear to be the most <br />feasible for reclaiming the Salton Sea. However, the elevation requirements in the <br />proposed legislation could restrict the options. This is because the existing shoreline is the <br />result of an equilibrium condition between historical inflows of about 1.3 MAP/year and <br />evaporation, and meeting the elevation requirements with a substantially reduced inflow <br />could be a considerable challenge. <br /> <br />Finally, while Los Alamos appreciates the proposal to jointly appoint a member of the <br />Research Management Committee, a better role for the Laboratory might be to assist in the <br />feasibility study. <br /> <br />Thank you. <br /> <br />5 <br />