California Department of Water Resources

During the 2023 Water Year, more than 1.2 million acre-feet of groundwater recharge was permitted by the State Water Board, more than 400,000 acre-feet of floodwater was diverted using the Governor’s Executive Orders, and millions more acre-feet of managed and naturally occurring recharge was achieved by local actions. Groundwater recharge projects have proved critical during flood response, as we saw in 2023 when thousands of acre-feet of water were diverted off streams, away from flood-prone areas, and put onto available open lands to recharge groundwater basins. Learn more about statewide groundwater conditions in DWR’s latest Groundwater Conditions report ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gjMe7xqc

If you own a household well, do you know who to contact with questions about well maintenance or groundwater supplies? We’ve got you covered. Our Be Well Prepared program just released a new flyer with all the important contacts on one handy page, available at https://lnkd.in/gpZzyfGq #BeWellPrepared #Wells #California #DrinkingWater

On Mother’s Day, it’s important to be appreciative of everyone’s mother, Mother Earth! 🌎☀️ Take care of her and she will take care of you. This is how DWR is taking care of Mother Earth: https://lnkd.in/gkkzkDuM #Mothersday #Motherearth #Mothernature

El clima cálido del verano significa temporada de #algalbloom en las vías fluviales de California. Ciertos tipos de floraciones pueden producir toxinas que enferman a las personas y a los animales. Este video le muestra cómo detectar las algas y comprender los avisos publicados: https://lnkd.in/ggPTugHP #california #WaterSafetyMonth #watersafety #watersafe #safety #swimming #animals #summer

Summer’s warm weather means #algalbloom season on California’s waterways. Certain types of blooms can produce toxins that make people & animals sick. This video shows you how to spot the algae and understand posted advisory signs: https://lnkd.in/gwpASR9n #california #WaterSafetyMonth #watersafety #watersafe #safety #swimming #animals

If you are enjoying California’s lakes & reservoirs this weekend, remember to always be safe around the water. Snow melt resulting in colder and faster water so keep these quick tips in mind to stay safe: 💦Follow all caution signs 💦Wear a lifejacket 💦 Look before you dive 💦Swim with a buddy 💦Learn to float and swim in the water #california #WaterSafetyMonth #watersafety #watersafe #safety #swimming #animals

DWR’s recently released Spring 2024 Groundwater Conditions report provides a full picture of groundwater conditions during California’s historic 2023 Water Year. Also, for the first time, the report contains groundwater sustainability plan Annual Report data from local groundwater sustainability agencies across 99 groundwater basins, making up over 90 percent of the groundwater use in the state. The data reveals improvements to groundwater basin conditions throughout the state as the result of managed and natural groundwater recharge, and even more importantly, a reduction in groundwater pumping during a wet year when surface water was plentiful. Learn more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gmBBpNxA

Cacti make a water-wise point in gardens! Cacti can be watered every 10-14 days in hotter months and often don’t need frequent watering in the cooler seasons. #NationalCactusDay #Cactus #Cacti #Droughttolerant #Waterwise

In California, we recognize that every human being has the right to safe, clean, affordable, and accessible water. That’s why we’re investing in efforts like the County Drought Resilience Planning Assistance program. In 2023, this program offered California’s 58 counties the choice between hands-on technical support or financial assistance to establish a standing drought and water shortage task force and develop a county drought resilience plan. Together, we’re taking action to prepare for the next drought by partnering with counties to ensure that communities statewide have the resources they need to proactively plan for future dry conditions. #DrinkingWaterWeek #Water #California

We are accepting applications for multiple entry-senior-level environmental sciences positions. To see our list of available positions, visit https://lnkd.in/ei7PHK4  Positions currently accepting applications: Environmental Scientist – Sacramento & Yolo County – Salary Range: $4145 - $7926 Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid – Yolo County – Hourly Range: $17.21 - $20.43 At DWR, we are working to help make California’s water safe for everyone. We are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake and have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department.  Join our team of scientists and other professionals and help make California a healthier place!