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Rafting Through the Grand Canyon on a Depleting Colorado River

Rafting Through the Grand Canyon on a Depleting Colorado River
NYT Science Tuesday 18 August 2026, 09:00 UTC By Heather Hansman 1 min read
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For rafters beginning their journey on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, Navajo Bridge is the last modern structure they see for the trip’s duration.

For rafters beginning their journey on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, Navajo Bridge is the last modern structure they see for the trip’s duration.
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