Delta Conveyance Project

Permits & Regulatory Compliance

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) initiated the planning for the proposed Delta Conveyance Project in early 2020 and is pursuing numerous environmental compliance and permitting processes that must be completed prior to construction and operation of the project.

Missed Opportunities

See how the Delta Conveyance Project could capture more water during high-flow periods while maintaining environmental protections.

Planning Process Next Steps

A snapshot of the major environmental compliance and permitting processes required for the Delta Conveyance Project.

Planning Schedule

Explore the key milestones and timeline guiding the Delta Conveyance Project’s planning and approvals.

Accountability Action Plan

DWR has made numerous commitments to address effects within the local community during construction of the Delta Conveyance Project, with the overall goal being to avoid, minimize or offset these effects. To describe, memorialize, track, and fulfill these commitments, DWR has established this Accountability Action Plan.

News & Updates

Final Environmental Impact Report

December 8, 2023

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) is today releasing the Final Environmental Impact Report to public agencies that commented on the Draft EIR, per the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).