California's early industry grew rapidly in the early 1900s, driven by agricultural and economic expansion. As the population and development increased, so too did the demand for water resources to sustain further growth. Reliable access to water was essential to meeting the rising expectations for California's emerging industry and economy at that time.

1. Great Expectations:A Need For Water

2. Growth Through Water

3. Great ExpectationsCalifornia Industry Circa Early 1900s