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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