The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is taking advantage of February storms and increased flexibility in new operating permits for the State Water Project to move more stormwater now for use when dry conditions return.
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DWR Updates
The State Water Project (SWP) is a system of reservoirs, canals, and pumping plants that was built by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) in the 1960s to provide water supply, flood control, wildlife habitat, and recreation.
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In response to recent wildfires that have posed a major threat to Southern California residents and its watersheds, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) is working closely with the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES), the California Conservation Corps (CCC), Los Angeles County, and other state, local, and federal partners to assist ...
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The Department of Water Resources yesterday filed a petition with the State Water Resources Control Board to extend the timeframe to maximize its existing water rights.
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DWR is deploying over 30 engineers, watershed experts, and support staff to the LA region to direct fire mitigation work in burn scars and protect downstream communities.
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Operating under a new federal framework that balances water supply and endangered species protection, the State Water Project is adjusting Delta operations for at least the next two days, depending upon conditions.
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