Dry Conditions Appear Poised To ContinueLittle relief from what is being called California’s “megadrought” is now expected although long-range climate predictions are beginning to show chances for somewhat better southern San Joaquin Valley precipitation in the late winter and early…
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The Drought Goes On
The Drought Goes On Water Year Is State’s Third Driest There is little reason for new year’s cheer as the state’s third driest water year ever has ended only to set California’s fourth consecutive year of drought on its dry…
Valley Cities, Counties Urge Congressional Action On Drought Measure
Valley Cities, Counties Urge Congressional Action On Drought Measure Negotiators from the House and Senate have learned that more than three dozen southern and central San Joaquin Valley counties and cities want California drought legislation that would result in real…
Friant’s Decision, Then and Now
Friant Begins Discussions On Trans Valley Canal Need
Friant Begins Discussions On Trans Valley Canal Need A crucial element that would be needed to fully integrate the Temperance Flat project with other parts of the valley and state water system is under preliminary discussion by Friant Division district…
Groundwater Bills Signed By Governor
Groundwater Bills Signed By Governor Governor Jerry Brown’s September 16 action in signing three new bills into law has ended California’s long-time status as the last Western state without groundwater regulation but it has also upset many valley growers for…
DWR Says Delta Tunnels Plans ARE PROGRESSING; DOUBTS REMAIN
DWR Says Delta Tunnels Plans ARE PROGRESSING; DOUBTS REMAIN Planning is moving forward slowly on the proposed pair of water conveyance tunnels that are the key ingredient in the much-delayed Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) but the project remains contentious…
Delta Water Cut Ruling Appealed To High Court
Delta Water Cut Ruling Appealed To High Court An appeal of a crucial Delta water use ruling has been made to the U.S. Supreme Court by western San Joaquin Valley growers. Acting on behalf of West Side interests, the Pacific…