Kern River Status Update
As the District’s Kern River entitlements and storage begin to run out, the District will be shutting down canals over the coming weeks. The Farmers Canal is expected to shut down in the next week or two. The Eastside Canal will continue to run through much of August. Growers are encouraged to contact the Dispatch office at (661) 834-4653 for their proration balances.
The August 6 Kern River Groundwater Sustainability Agency meeting has been canceled.
The District office is undergoing an extensive remodel and addition project that is expected to last through December. Currently, access to the main District office building and parking lot is restricted, however customers may use Ramos Avenue for public parking and to visit the temporary office during this time. Our water delivery capabilities will not be diminished during the project. However, we ask that in-person visits be kept to a minimum and encourage our customers to do as much business as possible over the phone. If customers must come to the District Office, they are asked to wear a mask.
Demolition began this week on parts of the building. |