Researchers Test New Approach to Improve Fish Habi ...
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) will soon embark on a novel approach to boost the Delta smelt population in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.
Aug 01, 2018
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The DWR Mission
To manage and protect the water resources of California in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and to protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.
Annual Lake Oroville Boating, Fishing Event Provid ...
Dozens of children with special needs, and their families, recently enjoyed a day of fun and education on the beautiful waters of Lake Oroville at the ...
Jul 19, 2018
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Flood-MAR: Harnessing Flood Waters to Advance Sust ...
California is known for its variable climate. Climate change will only exacerbate this variability, so water managers are eyeing a way to capitalize o ...
Jul 10, 2018
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37%
Statewide snow water equivalent, as percent of April 23 normal
10.7b
Gallons of groundwater per day used in California, equals more than 200 million bathtubs
561,801
Visitors at our 3 Visitor Centers in 2017
705
Length, in miles, of the State Water Project