MLRP Basin Project

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has issued a Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement to the East Kaweah Groundwater Sustainability Agency under Fish and Game Code section 1602, authorizing the construction and operation of a pre-cast reinforced flared concrete turnout structure within Cottonwood Creek. This structure is designed to divert surface water to an adjacent groundwater recharge basin, supporting long-term groundwater sustainability efforts in the region. The project is part of the MLRP Basin Project and is intended to enhance regional water resources by facilitating managed aquifer recharge through controlled stream diversion. The agreement is tied to a forecasted initiative posted on June 2, 2026, with primary project activities centered in Visalia, California. The East Kaweah Groundwater Sustainability Agency is the lead entity, and key points of contact include Jackson Powell, an Environmental Scientist with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Michael Hagman, the project Manager representing the agency. The project’s environmental compliance and execution are managed through the CEQA Net system, with the official project identifier listed as 2025010778. No procurement or bidding process is currently active, as this is a regulatory authorization rather than a solicitation for services or goods.