crossing native American land, and a vital fresh water aquifer,
How far below ground are these vital aquifers?
The depth to the water table of the Ogallala Aquifer varies from actual surface discharge to over 150 meters (500 feet). Generally, the aquifer is found from 15 to 90 meters (50 to 300 feet) below the land surface. The saturated thickness also varies greatly.
Ogallala Aquifer - depth, important, system, source
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So it would probably take a while for any spilled oil to reach the water, right?
Don't know.. Israel's aquifers are ruined.. The costal aquifer has been overpumped and backfills with salt water. Both are polluted with heavy metals and ecoli.
Sounds awful!
Has zero to do with risks from Keystone.