Barfield, David2009-02-162009-02-162009-02-16http://hdl.handle.net/2097/1247This presentation examines the historical development of water resources in Kansas and the progression of state water law and regulations from the water development phase toward sustainability; the current status of water supplies and demands in various parts of Kansas; and steps being taken or considered to maintain or advance toward long-term sustainable water supplies while maximizing beneficial use of this vital resource.Water resourcesHistorical developmentKansasCurrent statusBalancing the books: Kansas' water past, present and futureConference paper