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California Department of Water Resources Managing the water resources for California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the State

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08/02/2026

If you and your family are recreating on our waterways this weekend, be mindful of all warning signs in your area and be vigilant and cautious near the water. Have a safe and fun weekend!

08/01/2026

DWR wants to remind those looking to have a good time at California lakes and waterways this weekend to always be safe around the water. Make sure everyone wears a life jacket and knows how to swim before entering the water.

07/31/2026

If you are enjoying California’s lakes and reservoirs this weekend, remember to always be safe around the water. Keep these quick tips in mind to stay safe:
💦Follow all caution signs
💦Wear a life jacket
💦 Look before you dive
💦Swim with a buddy
💦Learn to float and swim in the water

DWR and the Butte County Fire Safe Council have completed a 140-acre project to reduce wildfire risk in the Loafer Creek...
07/31/2026

DWR and the Butte County Fire Safe Council have completed a 140-acre project to reduce wildfire risk in the Loafer Creek area at the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area. Over the last 10 months, crews reduced overgrown, dead, and dying vegetation using hand and mechanical thinning, pile burning, and grazing.

DWR also began the first phase of a new 20-acre vegetation management project on July 30 in the Thompson Fire burn scar along a portion of Oro Dam Boulevard East near Oro Powerhouse Road and a section of the Dan Beebe Trail near the Palermo Canal.

Read more in the Lake Oroville Community Updatehttps://water.ca.gov/News/Blog/2026/Jul-2026/Lake-Oroville-Update-July-31

07/31/2026

Preparedness isn't one-size-fits-all. With triple-digit heat impacting many parts of the state, planning for your specific needs can make all the difference in helping you stay safe.

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Today, Biola Community Services District , the County of Fresno, , and the California Department of Water Resources cam...
07/29/2026

Today, Biola Community Services District , the County of Fresno, , and the California Department of Water Resources came together to celebrate a small community's big impact on groundwater sustainability.

💧 For the first time, water from Fresno Irrigation District's Herndon Canal is flowing into the Biola Groundwater Recharge Basin, marking a major milestone for the community. 🎉 This new connection allows available surface water to be recharged into the 6-acre groundwater basin, paving the way for Biola CSD to become completely groundwater sustainable, meaning groundwater pumping within its service area is balanced with recharge and no longer results in overdraft.

🤝 This project was made possible through funding from the California Department of Water Resources and the County of Fresno . It demonstrates what can be accomplished through strong partnerships and shared investment in sustainable water management.

07/27/2026

DWR is helping to expand recreation for all Californians. Friday, DWR joined its partners and broke ground on the $8.1 million Oroville Wildlife Area (OWA) Recreation Improvement Project, which will enhance recreation facilities at the OWA Thermalito Afterbay Outlet Campground and Boat Launch. The project is a collaboration between DWR, Sutter Butte Flood Control Agency, and California Department of Fish and Wildlife with grant funding provided by CDFW and the Wildlife Conservation Board . These improvements will make this facility a better place to recreate for those visiting Oroville for its premier Feather River fishery.

DWR is offering free Toddler Time events this summer for children ages 2-5 at the Lake Oroville Visitor Center. Join us ...
07/27/2026

DWR is offering free Toddler Time events this summer for children ages 2-5 at the Lake Oroville Visitor Center. Join us Tuesday, July 28 and Tuesday, August 25 from 10 to 11 a.m. for free crafts and toddler-friendly activities. July’s event will feature a short morning walk, water cycle education, and a craft activity featuring rainbow butterfly magnets.

The Lake Oroville Visitor Center is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Staffed by knowledgeable guides, the Visitor Center features interpretive displays on Oroville Dam, area geology, wildlife and habitat, hydroelectric power, and cultural and historical artifacts. Visitors can watch videos in the theater about the construction of Oroville Dam, walk or hike along nearby trails, and visit the 47-foot-tall observation tower that provides unsurpassed panoramic views of surrounding areas. Parking and admission to the Visitor Center are free.

DWR is resuming work on a paving and sealing project to rehabilitate sections of the Thermalito Afterbay Dam Crest Road....
07/24/2026

DWR is resuming work on a paving and sealing project to rehabilitate sections of the Thermalito Afterbay Dam Crest Road. Work on the dam crest, which is also part of the Brad Freeman trail system, will begin Monday, July 27. The Afterbay Dam Crest Road/Brad Freeman Trail south of State Route 162 to the East Hamilton Road Trail Access will be closed around the clock for paving work through mid-August. Read more in the Lake Oroville Community Update https://water.ca.gov/News/Blog/2026/Jul-2026/Lake-Oroville-Update-July-24

Lake Oroville Visitor Center’s guide staff brought Tribal Water Stories and a fun feather coloring activity to support t...
07/23/2026

Lake Oroville Visitor Center’s guide staff brought Tribal Water Stories and a fun feather coloring activity to support the Tyme Maidu Health and Safety Fair today in Butte County. They love connecting with their local community, sharing stories, and making art to reflect the importance and beauty of the Feather River to Californians.

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