California Department of Water Resources

We are proud to work for DWR every day! Through a variety of fulfilling #careers, we can sustainably manage the water resources of #California to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance natural and human environments. Join our team at water.ca.gov/About/Careers

Lake Oroville is at 859 feet elevation and storage is approximately 2.83 million acre-feet (MAF), which is 83 percent of its total capacity and 116 percent of the historical average. Feather River flows are at 1,200 cfs through the City of Oroville with 5,800 cfs being released…

Sometimes a vacation is closer than you think. If you’re looking for a short getaway look no further than Pyramid Lake! With a visitors center featuring stunning views of the lake, there’s a full day of fun to be had just around the corner. Learn more at water.ca.gov/What-We-Do/Rec……

DWR was proud to take part in the Big Valley Rancheria’s Annual Tule Boat Festival today, connecting with families, sharing resources, and celebrating cultural traditions that continue to inspire the next generation. We’re grateful to the Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians for…

The State Water Board is proposing updates to the Bay-Delta Plan to better protect the Sacramento River, Delta, and tributaries-while balancing CA’s water needs. Public comment open until Sep. 10. Read the updates: shorturl.at/xSotQ Press Release: shorturl.at/ZBvyV

DWR is grateful to the @CaWaterBoards for embracing the Healthy Rivers and Landscapes Program as part of its Bay-Delta Plan update released today. Working together, we can balance the conflicting demands for water in this extremely complex watershed. gov.ca.gov/2025/07/24/cal…

Today, DWR released a draft Best Management Practices document to help local water agencies address land sinking, also known as subsidence. This document does not replace any existing, local, state, or federal regulations, but serves as a resource that local agencies can add to…

DWR is pleased to announce the successful project completion with the Sweetwater Springs Water District. DWR provided critical funding assistance for the replacement of the aging Lower Harrison Tank and the rehabilitation of Well 5 in Monte Rio — projects that significantly…

We're proud to support the City of Orland in its efforts to enhance water infrastructure through the California Department of Water Resource's Small Community Drought Relief Program. With $16.7 million in funding, the city has made significant progress, including the installation…

A caution advisory remains in effect in Lake Oroville’s Middle Fork due to a visible algal bloom. DWR first issued the caution advisory on Friday, July 3 after the bloom was observed by DWR staff. DWR staff collected a sample for laboratory analysis and there were no toxins…

Come by the Lake Oroville Visitor Center this month and watercolor YOUR summer adventure! All art supplies are provided free of charge- you bring the talent.

Research has consistently shown that as the climate warms, the atmosphere holds more moisture — intensifying the strength and destructive potential of major atmospheric rivers reaching California. In response to the growing flood risk, DWR partnered with @FEMA to complete a…

The California Department of Parks and Recreation @CAStateParks has reopened the Craig Saddle Boat-in Campground at the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area. Boat-in campgrounds are ONLY accessible by boat and are open year-round. These sites are available on a first come, first…

Earlier this week, DWR and CNRA staff, along with partners, toured two watershed restoration sites in the Upper Feather River watershed. Watershed restoration projects like these are critical for State Water Project water supply. Restored areas act like sponges and natural…

Pyramid Lake in Los Angeles County will be closed on July 15 due to algal bloom treatment. Algal bloom treatment messaging will be removed from our website when the lake is reopened. Learn more at water.ca.gov/What-We-Do/Rec…

This equipment may look like it's made for communicating with aliens but it's really for tracking gradual sinking of the land surface also known as subsidence. By using new technology, California is better tracking the sinking of our surface to help understand future impacts to…

California has counted an additional 1M acres of conserved lands and coastal waters over the past year, marking major progress toward the state’s goal of conserving 30% of its lands and coastal waters by 2030 (@30x30CA). This milestone underscores California’s continued…

Join us Thursday at noon for Secretary Speaker Series w/Secretary @WadeCrowfoot for Cutting Through the Noise: Federal Impacts on California and What We’re Doing About It. Hear from state officials working with partners in real-time to protect CA people and places (@CA_DWR,…

DWR’s California Irrigation Management Information System (CIMIS) has over 150 active stations and several retired stations that still hold valuable, historic data. Some recent CIMIS stations include Paso Robles, Sierra Valley Center and Smith River. All CIMIS stations are…

If you are enjoying our California’s lakes & reservoirs this #FourthofJulyWeekend, remember to always be safe around the water. 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…

DWR wants to remind those looking to have a good time at California lakes & waterways this #FourthofJulyWeekend to always be safe around the water. Make sure everyone wears a lifejacket and knows how to swim before entering the water. #FourthofJuly #watersafety #watersafe…