Metropolitan Water District of Southern California

08/13/2026

Whether you’re hanging out at the park or heading to class, tap water is always a solid choice to stay hydrated. You can’t beat the tap.

08/08/2026

Calling all college students majoring in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Environmental Engineering! We are seeking an intern for a Water Reuse Co-Op internship at Pure Water Southern California.
Apply and learn more: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6041387.careers?CareersSearch=&ein_id=68100417&career_portal_id=4342022&lang=en-US
Search for: MWD Water Reuse Co-Op Intern - MWD - #721853572

08/06/2026

This August, say goodbye, grass. Because you deserve better. Break up with your lawn this summer by upgrading to a beautiful, low-maintenance California Friendly® garden. For tips and rebates, tap link in bio or visit https://www.bewaterwise.com/goodbye-grass/

07/31/2026

"Despite the recent challenges in reaching a seven-state agreement, we believe consensus and compromise is possible, and today’s framework leaves the door open for collaboration and participation of all states in conservation." - Metropolitan AGM John Bednarski

Read full statement: https://www.mwdh2o.com/press-releases/metropolitan-issues-statement-on-release-of-final-eis-for-colorado-river-operations/

The Bureau of Reclamation has released the Final Environmental Impact Statement outlining an adaptive decision framework for Post-2026 Operational Guidelines and Strategies for Lake Powell and Lake Mead. The framework will guide operating decisions over the next 10 years to ensure reliable operations and the flexibility to respond to changing conditions and preserves the opportunity for the Basin to continue working towards consensus agreements

The framework will be used to develop operating guidelines for Lake Powell and Lake Mead in anticipated two-year intervals. This adaptive approach provides a transparent process for making operational decisions and allows Reclamation the flexibility to use the best available information when responding to hydrological conditions.

To learn more about the Final Environmental Impact Statement, visit https://ow.ly/wOYK50ZvckE

📸: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Southern Utah. Photo by Amy Washuta

07/22/2026

Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel's district office and summer college interns toured Jensen Water Treatment Plant in Granada Hills today to learn about the region's water resources, water treatment processes and local actions we're taking to prepare for the future.

07/14/2026

Metropolitan partners with the Bureau of Reclamation to help add water to Lake Mead and protect hydropower generation at Hoover Dam. The agreement, approved by Metropolitan's board, is possible because of three decades of major investments in water sources, storage and conservation.

Metropolitan partners with federal government to help water levels in historic-low Lake Mead

07/07/2026

This year marks Metropolitan's 20th year of partnering with Three Valleys Municipal Water District and the University of La Verne REACH Program, a milestone recognized with a special partnership award. It was inspiring to welcome nearly 60 first-generation college students for a memorable Diamond Valley Lake visit, hands-on experiences at the Western Science Center, and exploration of exciting careers in the water industry. Here's to many more years of empowering future leaders!

07/07/2026

Check out this op-ed by AWWA Immediate Past President Heather Collins highlighting why water affordability matters and how federal initiatives can help address the challenge.

More and more, families are shaking their heads in disbelief when their water service bills arrive.

06/30/2026

AB 2215 extends a deadline on an existing State Water Project right, preserving the state's ability to plan for climate extremes.
Metropolitan GM Shivaji Deshmukh and Zone 7 Water Agency GM Valerie Pryor explain the importance of AB 2215 in a Maven’s Notebook op-ed:

By:Shivaji Deshmukh, General Manager, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and Valerie Pryor, General Manager, Zone 7 Water Agency Assembly Bill 2215 by Assemblymember Calderon does only one thing: it extends the deadline on an existing State Water Project water right. But that straigh...