People build a dam to create a reservoir that supplies water a nearby city needs. Describe two ways this action will likely affect the water cycle in the local environment. I already got one: The sun will evaporate the water nearby resulting in clouds.

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agreene · Answer

What do you think will be the effect on the downstream side of the dam? Might that effect the water cycle?

anonymous · Answer

Yes it can be a point but you have to look at its other side, it requires more humidity more sun heat or energy and warm climate to condense vapor. It is possible in only summer...
Second - There will be exploitation of groundwater aquifers, and also the stream channelization will be affected. These can impart a great effect on the water cycle in local areas....