How much fresh water is consumed in the US?

According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the total freshwater withdrawals in the US in 2015 were estimated to be 322 billion gallons per day (BGD). This is equivalent to about 1,185 cubic kilometers of water per year.

Here is a breakdown of how this water was used:

* Public water supply: 127 BGD (39.4%)

* Industrial: 103 BGD (31.9%)

* Agricultural: 86 BGD (26.7%)

* Thermoelectric power: 36 BGD (11.1%)

* Other: 10 BGD (3%)

The public water supply category includes water used for drinking, cooking, bathing, and flushing toilets. The industrial category includes water used for manufacturing, mining, and construction. The agricultural category includes water used for irrigation, livestock, and crop production. The thermoelectric power category includes water used for cooling power plants. The other category includes water used for recreation, golf courses, and other purposes.

It is important to note that these figures are just estimates. The actual amount of water consumed in the US may be higher or lower than these estimates.