Wasco Water System Improvement Project

The Wasco Water System Improvement Project, identified by solicitation number 2023010548, involves the operation of a 1.5-million-gallon water storage tank constructed at the existing Well 13 facility. Located south of Poso Drive and east of Wasco Avenue in Kern County, California, the project is led by the City of Wasco. The scope of work focuses on a water supply permit amendment to allow for the operational use of the storage tank. On June 5, 2026, the State Water Resources Control Board approved the water supply permit amendment, determining that the project would have no significant effect on water resources within its jurisdiction. A Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared under the California Environmental Quality Act, and the Board adopted no specific mitigation measures or monitoring plans. Key points of contact for the project include Maria Lara, Assistant City Manager, Alberto Martinez, Department of Public Works Director, and Adam Forbes, District Engineer.