San Diego County / Southern California

The latest news and analysis covering water issues in the San Diego County region and Southern California.

San Diego’s Water Strategy: Selling Desal Water While Eyeing Expansion Amid Drought

Amid rising costs and decreasing sales, San Diego County Water Authority (SDCWA) is navigating the complexities of water management by considering the sale of its costly desalinated water, while simultaneously exploring options for the expansion of its desalination capabilities.

Rainfall Totals: San Diego Surpasses Rainy Season Average

San Diego has surpassed its annual rainfall average since the water year began on Oct. 1, according to the National Weather Service. San Diego has seen an above-average rainy season. Since the water year began on Oct. 1, San Diego International Airport has received 10.31 inches of rain, which has now surpassed San Diego’s annual […]

Can the Ocean Save the Colorado River? San Diego Thinks so.

Facing rising costs and rates, the leaders of San Diego’s water lifelines are looking to sell some of its most expensive supply: de-salted ocean water from a massive plant in Carlsbad. But, at the same time, they’re also trying to make more of it.

San Diego County Has Exceeded Annual Rainfall Average Since Oct. 1

It’s been a wet start to 2024 for Southern California. The water year, which goes from Oct. 1 until Sept. 30 of the next calendar year, is a way to measure precipitation to sum up the entire “wet season.”