The state Department of Water Resources expects to deliver 100% of requested water supplies, thanks to reservoirs nearing capacity and snowmelt runoff. The last time the allocation reached 100% was in 2006.

"We are not taking these improved conditions for granted. We are storing as much water as possible in every storage account we have – from Diamond Valley Lake to groundwater banking programs across the state," said Metropolitan General Manager Adel Hagekhalil. "The reality is that dry conditions could return as early as next year. And the future of our Colorado River supplies is also uncertain. We cannot let our guard down." Read his full statement.

DWR's fourth snow survey of the season on April 3 recorded a 221% of average snow depth at Phillips Station. Statewide the snowpack measured 237% of average on that date, making it one of the largest ever in state history.

The Bureau of Reclamation released on April 11 a draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for near-term operations of the Colorado River. The SEIS considers three alternatives. Written comments on the draft SEIS should be submitted by May 30.

“The alternatives released today by Reclamation underscore the need for the Basin states to work together to develop collaborative solutions to protect the Colorado River and its infrastructure. Based on our initial assessment of the draft SEIS, neither of the action alternatives presented today is ideal. Both include significant supply cuts that would hurt Metropolitan and our partners across the Basin. There is a better way to manage the river," said General Manager Hagekhalil. Read his full statement.

Earlier this month, Metropolitan launched its latest round of conservation advertising on the world’s largest digital billboard to amplify the critical need for Southern Californians to continue saving water.

The 40,000-square-foot digital billboard titled “The Reef” in downtown Los Angeles showcases messages encouraging consumers and businesses to adopt long-lasting and sustainable water-saving habits, like turning off sprinklers during storms, investing in water-use monitoring technology, fixing leaks quickly, and using more water-efficient fixtures. 

In addition, campaign advertising is featured on 188 transit shelters and on streaming audio, Connected TV and social media across Metropolitan’s six-county service area. Read the press release.