Russian River Weekly Update 6/30/26

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Scott Dam at Lake Pillsbury in April 2026, by Kent Porter, Press Democrat
Scott Dam at Lake Pillsbury in April 2026, by Kent Porter, Press Democrat

Reservoir Storage & Operations:

Water supply information provided by Sonoma Water (find more water storage info here).

Water storage data for three lakes: Mendocino, Pillsbury, and Sonoma, showing current levels, target curves, and changes over a week.
The graph shows the Lake Mendocino storage levels (in acre-feet) from 2019 to 2026, indicating fluctuations over time.
The graph shows Lake Pillsbury's storage levels and target scenarios from 2019 to 2026, measured in acre-feet.
The image shows a graph of Lake Sonoma's water storage levels from 2019 to 2026, measured in acre-feet over time.

 

Future of the Eel River to Russian River Trans Basin Diversion (Potter Valley Project)

 

Recent comments and articles:
(Note – Not all comments to FERC on scoping document will be linked due to quantity.)

 

Save the Date: SB 552 Drought Resilience Symposium- September 24, 2026 1-5 PM

DWR is pleased to announce the upcoming symposium to recognize Senate Bill (SB) 552 accomplishments on Thursday, September 24, 2026; 1-5 pm at the CNRA Auditorium.  More information

Over the past five years since passing of SB 552 in 2021, California has made strides in strengthening drought preparedness for small water systems and rural communities through collaboration, innovation, and local leadership. As we reached the five-year mark, we invite you to join us to reflect on progress, celebrate accomplishments, and help shape the next chapter of this important effort. 

The symposium will bring together local, regional, state, and community partners to share lessons learned, explore emerging opportunities, and build momentum for continued action and collaboration. We hope you will join us for this important and inspiring conversation and be part of advancing drought resilience in rural California. 

Participation will be in-person, please register to attend: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/SHhqMdUGUE. The event will also be livestreamed on YouTube for viewing: https://youtube.com/live/2LnmYitoLr4?feature=share. A detailed agenda will be shared soon.

 

In the press:

 

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