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      California is an agricultural leader, and it depends on irrigation.
    • The California Water System
      Our water system is a complex relationship between nature and manmade structures that move water.
    • Climate Change Basics
      Climate change can have a profound impact on California’s water resources.
    • Conservation Tips
      Water conservation is part of the California lifestyle.
    • The Delta
      The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta is the heart of California’s water system.
    • Drought
      Drought is a reoccurring feature of California’s climate.
    • Environment
      California's unique geography and climate foster a diverse ecosystem that relies on water.
    • Flood
      California is prone to periodic, and sometimes severe, floods.
    • Groundwater
      The water stored beneath our feet is an important water supply source in California.
    • Glossary
      Find definitions of key terms and concepts related to our work.
  • What We Do
    • Dam Safety
      We provide oversight to the design, construction, and maintenance of over 1,200 dams in California.
    • Drought Mitigation
      California must do all it can to prepare for the recurring impacts of drought.
    • Education
      We educate students and communities throughout California on water issues and water safety.
    • Emergency Management
      We protect life and property from catastrophic events such as flood, drought, and infrastructure fai ...
    • Flood Preparedness
      We work with communities and emergency responders to prepare for flood season.
    • Infrastructure
      We construct, maintain and ensure the safety of a many water infrastructure facilities.
    • Power
      The SWP is the fourth largest producer of energy in the state.
    • Recreation
      The SWP provides extensive recreational activities at and around its reservoirs.
    • Science
      Science is integral to our policy and management decisions.
    • Sustainability
      Our work aims to protect natural ecosystems’ abilities to meet the needs of future generations.
    • Water Storage & Supply
      We operate and maintain the State Water Project and support sustainable groundwater management.
  • Programs
    • All Programs
      Learn more about our other programs and projects that help sustainably manage California’s water res ...
    • Bay Delta
      Our work in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta aims to improve ecosystems and water quality, supply, r ...
    • California Water Plan
      We provide a collaborative planning framework to make informed decisions for our water future.
    • Division of Safety Dams
      DSOD regulates more than 1200 dams to prevent failure, safeguard life, and protect property.
    • Engineering & Construction
      We provide engineering, geology, real estate, and geodetic services for an array of water infrastruc ...
    • Environmental Services
      We conduct scientific and environmental analysis to help protect and restore the environment.
    • Flood Management
      Our work in statewide flood forecasting and flood operations help reduce flood risk.
    • Groundwater Management
      We support the sustainable management of California’s underground water reserves.
    • Integrated Regional Water Management
      We work with regional water managers to implement solutions that increase regional self-reliance.
    • State Water Project
      This water storage and delivery system provides water to almost 27 million Californians and 750,000 ...
    • Water Use & Efficiency
      We assist agencies and individuals with agricultural and urban water conservation.
  • Work with Us
    • Careers
      Join us for a rewarding career ensuring the sustainability of California's water resources.
    • Grants & Loans
      We offer a number of grant and loan programs that support integrated water management activities.
    • Real Estate
      We acquire temporary and permanent land rights to support our mission.
    • Procurement
      We contract for goods and services through our procurement process.
    • Technical Assistance
      We provide technical guidance, assistance, and resources through 4 regional offices.
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      We provide real-time hydrologic information, including reservoir and river conditions.
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      Find notices on public hearings, intent to award contracts and grants, and purchases.
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      View DWR reports and publications in our document library.
    • Educational Materials
      We provide educational publications to view, download, and order.
    • Modeling & Analysis
      We develop and maintain a number of state-of-the-art models and analytical tools.
    • Other DWR Portals
      DWR maintains several additional web portals containing data and maps. These portals remains unchang ...
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      Pixel – our web-based photo gallery – features free downloadable images of California’s natural reso ...
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Programs:
Bay Delta Dam Safety Delta Conveyance EcoRestore Engineering and Construction Environmental Services Flood Management Groundwater Management IEP Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Magazine News Release State Water Project (SWP) Statewide Integrated Water Management Water Use and Efficiency Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) No programs match the current search
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Central Valley water resources About CALFED CVFPP FERC Flood-MAR Flood Preparedness Oroville CNA Pyramid Dam Emergency Response Salmon Fishery Enhancement Urban Streams Restoration Program Conjunctive water use Desalination Disadvantaged Communities Ecology Flood Plain Flood Planning Flood Protection Groundwater Basin Boundary Modifications Groundwater Sustainability Invasive Species Legislation P 2100 Recycled Water Rural Storm Water Water Code Water Monitoring Wildlife Conservation Yolo Bypass Agriculture Applications Bulletin 118 Bulletin 132 Bulletin 160 California Statewide Groundwater Elevation Monitoring (CASGEM) Program California Water Plan Careers Central Valley Project Climate Change Compliance Conservation Construction Dams Data Delta Drought Ecosystem Education Emergency Preparedness Energy Facilities Grants Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) Groundwater Sustainability Plans (GSPs) Habitat Hydrology Hydropower Land Use Laws / Regulation Levees Local Assistance Maps Oroville Planning Power Procurement Propositions 1 Propositions 84 Public Comments Public Notices Publications Recreation Reservoirs Restoration Salton Sea SB X7-7 Science Snowpack Subsidence Sustainability Tribal Urban Water Quality Water Safety Water Supply Water Transfers Wells
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Agendas Bios Blog Charter Contracts Engineering Reports Environmental Reports Grants Guidebooks Legislative Reports Letters Maps Minutes Newsletters News Release Planning Documents Presentations Public Comments Public Notices Reports Templates Education Material

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