The State Water Project is an aquatic lifeline for California because of its vital role in bringing water to cities and farms. Without it, California would never have developed into the economic powerhouse it is.
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Increase of State Water Project 2024 Allocation to 30 Percent
After a very dry start to the water year, above average precipitation in February has improved water supply conditions throughout California, moving them toward historic averages. At the same time,
Increase of State Water Project 2024 Allocation to 15 Percent
After a very dry start to the water year, moderate precipitation through February 1, 2024 has modestly improved actual and forecasted water supplies. With the updated water supply forecast, the
State Water Project Initial 2024 Allocation of 10 Percent
Water year 2023 provided much-needed relief following three of the most severely dry years on record. However, water year 2024 is off to a slow start with precipitation amounts at
State Water Project Table A Water Increases to 100 Percent
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Department of Water Resources (DWR) today announced another increase in the forecasted State Water Project (SWP) deliveries this year. With reservoirs nearing capacity and snowmelt runoff
State Water Project Allocation Increases to 75 Percent
Incredible news: Deliveries from the State Water Project will be 75% this year! The Department of Water Resources just announced the boost, which is up from 35%, thanks to record-setting
State Water Project Allocation Increases to 35 Percent
Substantial precipitation in January 2023, which resulted in an above average snowpack in the Sierras, was followed by a mostly dry February. With an updated water supply forecast, the Department
