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Ural River Delta, 1989

This oblique view down the Ural River as it empties into the Caspian Sea highlights the oil and gas field development around the Caspian Sea (small cleared patches west of the river).
(STS028-99-070)


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Compare this photograph of the Ural River Delta with the 1985 photographs. Although the water level is slightly higher, white patches around the coast suggest that evaporation is a key element of coastal processes. However, rapid water level rises in 1994 flooded this region and threatened much of the industry infrastructure (roads, etc.) in this region.
(STS028-87-059)

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