Russian River Weekly Update 6/23/25
Reservoir Storage & Operations:
Water supply information provided by Sonoma Water (find more water storage info here).
PG&E and PVP
- RRFC's website page on the PG&E Draft Surrender Application & Decommissioning Plan for PVP. (including public comments submitted.)
- PG&E Submits License Amendment
- PG&E Submits 2025 temporary license flow amendment (flow variance.)
- RRFC's website page on the Partnership.
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- Press Democrat: Close to Home: A two-basin deal is the only solution by President of Round Valley Indian Tribes 6/22/25
NOTICE OF ADDITIONAL 15-DAY WRITTEN COMMENT PERIOD FOR THE PROPOSED WATER MEASUREMENT AND REPORTING REVISIONS
The State Water Resources Control Board has updated the text of the proposed revisions for the Water Measurement and Reporting Regulation. The additional changes to California Code of Regulations, title 23 are based on public comments received during the previous public comment period. These additional changes are necessary to correct typos and make minor clarifications to the requirements of the regulation. Please note that the State Water Board will only accept written comments on the additional changes to the proposed regulatory text. The State Water Board will not be accepting additional comments on the revisions previously released.
A copy of the updated proposed regulation text with new changes, along with a notice of the additional 15-day written comment period, can be found on the Water Measurement and Reporting Rulemaking webpage.
Water Measurement and Reporting Rulemaking Webpage
Additional Information
Materials regarding the action (including the public notice, the updated regulation text, and previous rulemaking documents) are available via the internet and may be accessed in the links within the Current Rulemaking section from the Water Measurement and Reporting Regulation Rulemaking webpage: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/waterrights/water_issues/programs/diversion_use/rulemaking.html.
Please email DWR-Measurement@Waterboards.ca.gov or call (916) 323-9393 if you have any questions.
📢 State Water Board Announces New Water Rights Reporting System is Coming Soon!
The State Water Resources Control Board is launching a new and improved system called CalWATRS (short for California Water Accounting Tracking and Reporting System) to make reporting water rights easier and more efficient. This system will help the state manage water data better and make it easier for the public to access important information.
What You Need to Know
- Early Access Starts in July 2025 You’ll be able to explore and get used to the new CalWATRS system from July through September 2025. This is your chance to try it out before official reporting begins. Look for more information on the CalWATRS website.
- Official Reporting Begins October 2025 You can start submitting your water rights reports to CalWATRS in October 2025. Reports for the 2024-2025 water year will be due by January 31, 2026. More details and instructions will be shared closer to October.
- Current System (eWRIMS) Will Close June 8, 2025 The current system, eWRIMS, will stop accepting reports on June 8, 2025. You’ll still be able to search for water rights information in eWRIMS after that, but you won’t be able to submit anything new.
- No Changes to Old Reports from June 8 – September 30, 2025 During the switch to CalWATRS, you won’t be able to edit or amend past reports between June 8 and September 30, 2025. If you need to make changes to old reports, do it before June 8 in eWRIMS, or wait until after October 1 in CalWATRS.
- CalWATRS Website and Email Updates The CalWATRS website is your go-to hub for the latest news, system updates, and helpful resources. While you’re there, sign up for the CalWATRS email list to receive important announcements and helpful information straight to your inbox.
We appreciate your help and patience as we make this big improvement. Like with any new system, there may be a few bumps along the way, but we’re here to support you and make the transition as smooth as possible. More help and guidance will be available soon!
For questions or assistance, please email CalWATRS-help@waterboards.ca.gov
In the press:
- CA Water Plan eNews June 18, 2025
- Maven's Notebook Weekly Edition 6/20/25
- Maven's Notebook Weekend Edition 6/20/25