The depths of winter mean a lot of rain, and it can be tricky to handle it all. Without proper drainage, your lawns and flowerbeds will become waterlogged, killing your plants before spring arrives.
But underground, the state’s supply of water for drinking ... State officials received about 700 reports of dry wells over the past two years, and a state database shows that more than 200 wells — ...
The governor vowed to clear the way for more groundwater recharge. Has it worked? “We’re still tinkering around with small numbers,” one expert said. Stay up-to-date with free briefings on ...
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After abundant rain and moderate snowfall this year in the northern half of the state, California’s largest reservoirs are holding more than 120% of their historical average. But underground ...
Even in Wet Years, Wells Are Still Dry. Why Replenishing California’s Groundwater Is Painfully Slow After abundant rain and moderate snowfall this year in the northern half of the state ...
Don Cameron of Terranova Ranch near Fresno has built canals, pumps and headgates to capture more water from the Kings River during floods. (Photo by Larry Valenzuela, CalMatters/CatchLight Local ...