New contract ensures continued reliable service and stewardship of critical water infrastructure.
FRESNO, Calif. — The Bureau of Reclamation announces the execution of the amended contract with the Cachuma Operation and Maintenance Board (Contract No. 14‑06‑200‑5222RC), dated Sept. 24, 2026, for the operation and maintenance of the Cachuma Transferred Project Works. This executed contract formalizes the Board’s continuing role in operating Reclamation‑owned facilities that support regional water delivery and community services.
Under the executed contract, the Board will continue to operate and maintain Reclamation owned facilities associated with the Cachuma Project, ensuring safe, reliable, and consistent water supply operations. The agreement upholds Reclamation’s federal oversight while reaffirming the ongoing partnership.
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The Bureau of Reclamation is a federal agency under the U.S. Department of the Interior and is the nation's largest wholesale water supplier and second largest producer of hydroelectric power. Our facilities also provide substantial flood control, recreation opportunities, and environmental benefits.
