Storage in Chimney Hollow Reservoir is only one piece of the puzzle when it comes to long-term water planning and supply. All project participants agreed to emphasize the most responsible use of water through multiple water conservation methods. Per CWCWD’s 2020 Water Efficiency Plan, it expects to reduce total annual treated water deliveries by 5 percent per capita by 2027.
“The District [CWCWD] is excited to have another water storage vessel to catch Windy Gap water that in years past has been lost to spillage. It means more reliable, available water to help meet demands,” he said.