About the Project
The Seven Oaks Dam Enhanced Recharge Project, Phase 1B is a key effort in expanding local water supplies by capturing and recharging more stormwater from the Santa Ana River. This phase enhances groundwater replenishment and strengthens water reliability for our customers with the construction of new channels and 20 recharge basins.
Construction of Phase 1B began in May 2023, was completed in December 2024 , finishing 10 months ahead of schedule.
Project partners:
San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District.
Western Municipal Water District (City of Riverside, Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District, University of California, and Riverside Highland Water Company).
San Bernardino Valley Water Conservation District.
Project Highlights
- 20 new recharge basins
- 1.2 miles improved main channel
- 50 Inlet & Outlet Structures
- 7 New Basin Inlet Diversions
- Strengthens partnerships with regional water agencies, enhancing long-term water reliability
- Improves drought resiliency and adaptation to climate change
- Increase groundwater recharge capacity (up to 80,000 acre-feet per year in wet years)
- Secure additional perpetual water rights for Riverside.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
