Although less common than Salmonella or Campylobacter, Shigella is a significant cause of foodborne disease. Shigella is responsible for 10% to 20% of cases of bacterial foodborne illness each year in the United States.
A century later, it continues to be a marvel in modern engineering. The LA Aqueduct brought water from the Owens Valley hundreds of miles away to a growing area in need of additional resources to sustain its people and their endeavors, helping spur an economy that today rivals that of many nations.
In 1923, just 10 years after the Owens Valley aqueduct was completed, Owens Valley was running dry. Los Angeles' insatiable need for water took its toll on Owens Valley. Once the lake started to dry up, depleting the fish supply for the region, L.A. went after the groundwater.