Press Releases/News
Stay informed with the latest updates from the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority, including news releases, policy updates, and key developments related to groundwater management in our region.
PRESS RELEASES
The Pipeline Reality: Living in a Desert Region Requires Importing Water
Delaying the inevitable increases costs for Indian Wells Valley residents
Ridgecrest Can’t Afford Further Delay, Sustainability Requires an Imported Water Option
More than 25 million Californians, well over two-thirds of the state’s population, rely on water...
IWVGA Supports Navy’s ‘Request for Relief ‘ Related to Phase 2 Safe Yield Pre-Trial Discoveries Timing but Water District Files Formal Opposition
The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority supports the U.S. Navy’s request for relief regarding Phase 2 discovery deadlines...
Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority and Searles Valley Minerals Announce Comprehensive Settlement and Mutual Release Agreement
Parties Agree to Work Cooperatively to Improve the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Basin
Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority and Searles Valley Minerals Announce Critical Water Rights Settlement and Partnership
Deal means immediate and significant water savings for the Indian Wells Valley
AB 1466 to Become Law, Delivering Clarity to Protecting Small Well Users and the Indian Wells Valley Basin’s Water Future
The IWVGA applauds the signing of Assembly Bill 1466...
Final Court Decision on Navy Water Rights at China Lake Threatens Regional Water Stability and National Security
Ridgecrest residents expected to shoulder financial burden to access water in the future
Preliminary Court Ruling Limits U.S. Navy Water Rights
Ruling doesn’t change estimates of China Lake water use, but will likely mean less, more expensive water for Indian Wells Valley Water District
State Legislators Moving Forward Two Bills That Would Support Ridgecrest’s Water Security
As the Indian Wells Valley groundwater basin continues to face critical water reliability challenges...
Recycling Water is a Good Strategy, But Can’t Be the Only Strategy
Groundwater Authority: Recycling-only is not a realistic option
The Urgent Need for Groundwater Management
Critical declines in several basins prompted state legislation to ensure water availability
Indian Wells Valley Water District Adjudication Allows Meadowbrook Dairy and Searles Valley Minerals to Challenge Navy Water Rights
Through its adjudication efforts filed in 2021 against all water users in the Indian Wells Valley basin...
The Science of Groundwater Sustainability
Data and Proven Studies Drive Indian Wells Groundwater Authority Sustainable Yield Findings
Searles Valley Minerals Lawsuit Aims to Distract
There is a deceptive strategy that involves using litigation for the sole purpose of distracting and confusing the public
Continuation of Groundwater Lawsuit is Nothing to Celebrate
A recent ruling by the California Supreme Court has allowed IWVGA and Searles Valley Mineral...
Federal Legislation Helps Fund Pipeline Connection of Indian Wells Valley to State Water Project
Project will ensure future water supply for Ridgecrest, U.S. Naval Station and surrounding area
Court Green Lights Water District Challenge to Navy Water Rights; Rejects Storage Argument and Attempt to Mine the Basin
Following a lengthy hearing on March 22, the court presiding over the Indian Wells Valley groundwater adjudication...
Court Of Appeals Rules In Favor Of Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority In Fee Challenge Brought By Desert Pistachio Grower
In a groundbreaking published opinion described as having “great public importance” that could “impact thousands of water users throughout the state for years to come,”
Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority Receives $7.6 Million Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant
The California DWR has approved the award of $7.6 million in grant funds to the IWVGA...
NEWS
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