Giant cracks caused by excessive groundwater pumping are appearing across the US Southwest, endangering infrastructure and property. Aquifers, which supply 90% of US water systems, are being severely depleted and may not recover for centuries, exacerbating the crisis. Lack of regulation worsens the situation, with shrinking rivers putting more pressure on groundwater reserves.

https://www.sciencealert.com/giant-cracks-emerging-across-us-southwest-scientists-warn