Mono Lake Level by auntietk
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Description
Tufas form under water. That means every bit of surrealistic limestone at Mono Lake was once covered in water.
The level of the lake dropped 45 feet between 1941 and 1982. That's not 45 feet from the old shore to the new shore ... that's 45 feet in height. They measure the level of the lake in feet above sea level.
Comments (17)
And it still hasn't regained its 1963 level. We really do tend to ruin everything we touch.
that's very low indeed
Absolutely interesting documentation about this famous lake !!!
You get to see some rock formations you wouldn't normally see.
Fascinating and depressing.
Most surprising information and the rock formations are fascinating, seeing them 'above ground'.
impressive rock that normally wouldn't be seen depressing as it will never recover
Interesting shots, and information. Well done
Very nice capture and very interesting information.
Fantastic, but I have learned, that the lands are waving up and down over many years. Once the place where I am sitting now, was under water and many years before that, it was almost like it is now. Beautiful shots, Tara :-)
Just gone back for another look and can't make it out - I am sure I commented this morning ???? Nice shots btw.
Last time we were here, we have seen a big storm with heavy rains.
Sad to hear about the water level dropping Tara. Amazing capture Tara. God bless.
It's amazing to consider that volume of water drop. Sad how we ruin the earth...
interesting captures and info! never seen such white rock sculptures created under water! ;o)
Really great photos despite the sad record of decreasing water levels, Tara. This really looks like a fascinating place.
Beautiful captures, love these!