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![]() Indeed: These idiots are mostly Southern California fat-cats, trump lickers and a-holes who think they should be allotted the majority of the water from this vast, complex system . Here's the truth: The Army Core of Engineers and other government organizations allow sufficient water to enter the ocean to maintain back-up of salt water into the vast Sacramento Delta en.wikipedia.org where almost everything can grow in huge volumes. The system is controlled by over 1,600 dams and reservoirs AI Overview Dams in California - Public Policy Institute of California The Sierra Nevada mountain range in California is heavily managed by a network of dams and reservoirs for water supply and flood control. There are 14 major flood-control and water-supply dams, often referred to as "rim" dams, that separate the Sierra Nevada's aquatic ecosystems from the Central Valley. The region also includes over 1,400 named dams and 1,300 reservoirs according to the Water Education Foundation. These structures play a crucial role in regulating water flow from the mountains to the rest of the state. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Major Dams: The 14 major dams act as a boundary, separating the Sierra's natural waterways from the Central Valley. Hydropower: The Sierra Nevada region has 134 hydropower facilities, demonstrating the significant role of dams in energy production. Water Management: The region's dams and reservoirs help manage water for various purposes, including flood control, water storage, and water transport. Statewide Impact: California's water management infrastructure, including those in the Sierra Nevada, plays a vital role in supplying water to over 2/3 of the state's population according to the California Department of Water Resources. Specific Examples: The Southern Sierra Regional Water Management (SSIRWM) region, for instance, has more than twelve dams and reservoirs, collectively storing over 2,605,600 acre-feet of water and generating 2,973 megawatts of hydroelectric power. The California Department of Water Resources (.gov) manages 21 dams and 17 reservoirs, including major ones like San Luis Reservoir and Lake Oroville. The Nevada Irrigation District (NID) operates and maintains nine storage reservoirs on their website. Future Projects: While no major reservoirs have been built in recent decades, there are ongoing discussions and plans for new water storage projects, such as the proposed Sites Reservoir. NID Reservoirs - Nevada Irrigation District Nevada Irrigation District Water Storage & Supply California Department of Water Resources The California Water System California receives 75 percent of its rain and snow in the watersheds north of Sacramento. However, 80 percent of California's wat... California Department of Water Resources (.gov) Show all |