SYRWCD

Surface Water Program

For more information or assistance with Surface Water Programs related to the Santa Ynez River, please contact Kevin Walsh, email or call 805-693-1156, ext. 409

Groundwater Program

Semi-Annual Groundwater Production Statements

SGMA in Santa Ynez River Valley Basin

SYRWCD: Coordinator for SGMA in the Santa Ynez River Valley Basin

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Where Is The Water Today?

Beginning August 31, 2020, water will be released from Lake Cachuma down the Santa Ynez River toward Lompoc.

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Santa Ynez River Downstream Water Rights Release 2020

On August 31, 2020 at approximately 8:00am, Santa Ynez River Downstream Water Rights Release will begin continuing for about three months..

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State Board Order for Cachuma Reservoir (Adopted September 2019)

State Water Resources Control Board adopted. on September 17, 2019, an order for Cachuma Reservoir to protect the endangered stealhead trout population and downstream senior water right holders.

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Mission Statement

To protect water rights & conserve & augment the District's water supplies in an environmentally responsible manner for residential, agricultural and commercial uses.

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