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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.
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Climate change can have a profound impact on California’s water resources.
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Water conservation is part of the California lifestyle.
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The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta is the heart of California’s water system.
Drought
Drought is a reoccurring feature of California’s climate.
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California's unique geography and climate foster a diverse ecosystem that relies on water.
Flood
California is prone to periodic, and sometimes severe, floods.
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The water stored beneath our feet is an important water supply source in California.
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Dam Safety
We provide oversight to the design, construction, and maintenance of over 1,200 dams in California.
Education
We provide resources for teachers and other Californians to learn about the complex world of water.
Emergency Management
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Flood Preparedness
We work with communities and emergency responders to prepare for flood season.
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We construct, maintain and ensure the safety of a many water infrastructure facilities.
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The SWP provides extensive recreational activities at and around its reservoirs.
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Science is integral to our policy and management decisions.
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Our work aims to protect natural ecosystems’ abilities to meet the needs of future generations.
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We operate and maintain the State Water Project and support sustainable groundwater management.
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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.
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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
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We assist agencies and individuals with agricultural and urban water conservation.
Climate Change
Managing climate change and its impact of water supply is one of DWR’s core values.
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We offer a number of grant and loan programs that support integrated water management activities.
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We provide technical guidance, assistance, and resources through 4 regional offices.
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Draft Dam Safety and Climate Resilience Local Assistance Program Guidelines-April 2024
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Draft Dam Safety and Climate Resilience Local Assistance Program PSP-April 2024
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2023 Inaugural Report
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Draft Urban Stormwater Runoff Capture and Management RMS
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Draft Desalination RMS
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TM 4 Adaptation Strategy PerformanceFINAL
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DRIP Collaborative April 26th Meeting Slides
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Merced River Watershed Flood-MAR Reconnaissance Study
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Methodology for Flow and Salinity Estimates in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and Suisun Marsh
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