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Sprawl & Water As drought continues across much of the country, several environmental groups released a report today blaming sprawl development for part of the water shortages. NPR's Dan Charles reports on the far-reaching effects of roads and parking lots on the nation's water supply.

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As drought continues across much of the country, several environmental groups released a report today blaming sprawl development for part of the water shortages. NPR's Dan Charles reports on the far-reaching effects of roads and parking lots on the nation's water supply.