California Department of Water Resources
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California Department of Water Resources releases groundwater conditions update
California is now collecting more groundwater data than ever before as highlighted in the Semi-Annual Groundwater Conditions Update released by the Department of Water Resources (DWR). Made up of groundwater data gathered over the past year from various DWR tools and annual reports from local groundwater sustainability agencies (GSAs), the Update includes information on statewide groundwater levels, […]
California DWR announces determinations for groundwater sustainability plans in 16 basins
Marking a major milestone towards sustainably managing California’s groundwater supplies, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) today announced determinations for groundwater sustainability plans in 16 basins across the state. These plans are expected to present a roadmap for how local agencies will sustainably manage groundwater, a critical water supply for millions of Californians, over the […]
State Water Project increases allocation forecast for millions of Californians
Despite dry conditions in January, above average reservoir storage allows for an increase in water deliveries for 2025
First snow survey of the season shows snowpack near average for California
After a warm, dry fall, recent storms provide boost to snowpack but return of dry conditions looms.
California prepares for extreme weather swings as new water year approaches
Record hot summer, looming La Niña conditions, and early-season uncertainty means California must be prepared for both dry conditions and flood risk.
California’s State Water Project may see a 23% decline in supply within 20 years
The Department of Water Resources released its final 2023 State Water Project Delivery Capability Report, which presents a new and enhanced analysis of current and future expectations for the SWP water supply if no new adaptation actions are taken. According to the report, SWP delivery capability and reliability could be reduced as much as 23 percent in 20 […]
Historic 2023 water year delivered big boost to California’s groundwater supplies
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has released the latest Semi-Annual Groundwater Conditions report, and the data show that California achieved 4.1 million acre-feet of managed groundwater recharge during Water Year 2023, which is nearly the water storage capacity of Shasta Lake. The report also details an increase in groundwater storage of 8.7 million […]
California Department of Water Resources approves Delta Conveyance Project
Final EIR certified; engineering, design and permitting to move forward Project will capture and move more water during wet seasons to better endure dry seasons and protect against earthquake disruptions to water supplies
Califonia approves groundwater plans for ten basins
California's Department of Water Resources (DWR) has announced the approval of groundwater sustainability plans for 10 non-critically overdrafted groundwater basins located across California. The approved basins are East Bay Plain, East Contra Costa, Ukiah Valley, Sierra Valley, North San Benito, North American, South American, Butte, Vina, and Wyandotte Creek. These basins provide a significant portion […]