Annual Water Releases Commence At New Melones
The BOR reports that the annual increased flow releases are underway at New Melones Reservoir. They are done this time of year with a stated desire to improve the health of the Delta and its habitat
The increased pulse flows come as California is in the midst of a drought. The Department of Water Resources reports that New Melones is currently at 55-percent of capacity and 87-percent of its historical average for the date.
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