Cross Valley Contractors (CVC) Conversion of Water Supply Contracts and Renewal of Conveyance Contracts Project

The Cross Valley Contractors Conversion of Water Supply Contracts and Renewal of Conveyance Contracts Project involves the conversion of water supply contracts with the United States Bureau of Reclamation into repayment contracts. This action is taken pursuant to the Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation Act to facilitate the repayment of outstanding Central Valley Project construction costs. Additionally, the project includes the renewal of CVP conveyance contracts between the Bureau and the California Department of Water Resources through 2035, incorporating updated terms. The project is led by the Lower Tule River Irrigation District, with the Kern County Water Agency serving as the project applicant. Performance of the project spans Fresno, Kern, Kings, and Tulare counties in California. Environmental compliance has been addressed through a Final Environmental Impact Report and a Notice of Determination approved on August 28, 2025, ensuring adherence to the California Environmental Quality Act. The project is identified under State Clearinghouse Number 2020100075 and is categorized under NAICS code 541620.