KENNEWICK, Wash. (AP) — The state Supreme Court is considering an appeal in a case involving a cattle feedlot near Elopia that could limit the amount of water used by farmers and ranchers.
Neighbors of the Easterday Ranches feedlot in Franklin County and environmental groups say pumping water for 30,000 head of cattle will deplete the groundwater supply. Easterday disputes that and cites a state law that says a permit is not needed if groundwater is tapped for animals.
The Tri-City Herald reports a Franklin County superior court upheld the exemption. The state Supreme Court heard arguments last week on the appeal and will issue its ruling later.
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Information from: Tri-City Herald, http://www.tri-cityherald.com
