Central Valley Project (California)

The Central Valley Project (CVP) is a large water management system in California designed to supply water for agriculture, urban use, and environmental needs. Managed by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, it involves a network of dams, reservoirs, canals, and pumps that store and distribute water across the Central Valley and surrounding areas. The CVP helps ensure reliable water supply during droughts, supports farming, cities, and wildlife habitats, and plays a crucial role in California’s economy and ecosystem. It balances water storage, distribution, and conservation across a diverse and resource-demanding region.