Water Transfer Costs and Benefits

Summary
Fiscal cost and benefit for local economy in water-source region due to water transfer. Water source regions may lose economic benefits from actively (e.g., agriculture) or passively (e.g., aesthetic enjoyment) using water.
General Information
What is it?
Water source regions may lose economic benefits from actively (e.g., agriculture) or passively (e.g., aesthetic enjoyment) using water. This dis-benefit will likely be realized as fiscal cost to businesses, local tax-rolls, and individuals.