The Carmichael Water District aims to equip a new well with aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) capability to enhance groundwater sustainability. Completed in 2023, the well will store treated drinking water during wet periods, helping to recharge the aquifer and provide a reliable water supply during dry years. This project will improve water supply reliability for over half a million residents in the Sacramento region, reduce emergency response impacts, and support the health of the American River ecosystem, benefiting the larger Sacramento-San Joaquin River Basin.
MAJOR BASIN: California
Minor Basin: Sacramento River
Carmichael Water District La Sierra ASR Well Rehabilitation Project
A view of the south fork of the American River near Sutter’s Fort in Coloma.
Project Partner(s): Carmichael Water District