Protecting our River and Water Supply
The Lower American River is one of the Sacramento region’s greatest treasures. The river provides for us — it also needs our active stewardship.
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Learning From the River: How Science Guides Habitat Enhancement on the Lower American River
Developing a deeper understanding of the river has become increasingly important for protecting the ecosystem and supporting regional water supply reliability. read more -
Water Forum Awarded More Than $10.6 Million for Lower American River Habitat Enhancement
Federal grants will improve habitat for salmon and steelhead while expanding the science that informs future river management. read more -
What Comes Next for Water Forum 2050: The American River Climate Adaptation Program
ARCAP offers a new approach to managing water—linking regional actions to improve water reliability, support fish, and strengthen climate resilience. read more
The Water Forum
is a diverse group of business and agricultural leaders, citizen groups, environmentalists, water managers, and local governments working together to balance coequal objectives:
Provide a reliable and safe water supply for the region’s economic health and planned development through to the year 2030; and Preserve the Lower American River’s fishery, wildlife, recreational, and aesthetic values.
Ongoing Programs and Priority Actions
The Water Forum nurtures and protects the Lower American River while striking a careful balance between the water needs of people and those of fish and wildlife.
