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California’s Water Infrastructure

 

Food Grows Where Water Flows

 

An extensive network of canals and waterways sustain production of food and fiber in California. This vital infrastructure has helped to make California the nation’s leading producer of healthy food and sustainable fibers.

Zoom in to view state, federal, and local waterways, or click here to view the map in a larger window.

California’s Lakes and Reservoirs

 

Storage Improves Reliability

 

California’s reservoirs and lakes store water for future use, help protect against flooding, and ensure sustainable food and fiber production. These resources provide the flexibility California needs to ensure our future successes.

Zoom in to view specific locations, click on a circle to view current reservoir levels, or click here to view the map in a larger window.

California’s Groundwater

 

Sustainable Management

 

California’s groundwater aquifers play an important role in providing water for homes, businesses, and farms across the state. Local groundwater management agencies are working to help California meet our water needs for years to come.

Zoom in to view specific agencies and aquifers, or click here to view the map in a larger window.

Latest Blog Posts

Adapting California Agriculture: Water Shortages, Solar, and Food Production

May 2, 2025

California’s agricultural landscape is transforming due to water supply challenges and the push for renewable energy. With projections of 500,000 to 1 million acres fallowed in the San Joaquin Valley by 2040, driven by the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and decades of environmental water policies curtailing water supplies, farmers face tough choices: grow crops, convert land to solar, or try to do both.

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