How has the Colorado River been affected by damming and diversion?(1 point)

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The Colorado River causes significant flooding because of a lack of dam-controlled water.
The Colorado River causes significant flooding because of a lack of dam-controlled water.

The Colorado River routinely does not reach the sea because it dries up miles before it would do so.
The Colorado River routinely does not reach the sea because it dries up miles before it would do so.

The Colorado River is a healthy ecosystem where nonnative species are not a concern despite damming and diversion.
The Colorado River is a healthy ecosystem where nonnative species are not a concern despite damming and diversion.

Riparian areas along the Colorado River have remained unchanged despite damming and diversion.

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The correct response is:

The Colorado River routinely does not reach the sea because it dries up miles before it would do so.

This reflects the significant impact of damming and diversion on the river's flow and ecosystem, leading to reduced water reaching the delta and the sea.