Kern County Water Agency Announces Promotion of Craig Wallace to Assistant General Manager
February 5, 2026
For Immediate Release
Kern County Water Agency Announces Promotion of Craig Wallace to Assistant General Manager
Bakersfield, CA — The Kern County Water Agency (Agency) is pleased to announce the promotion of Craig Wallace to the position of Assistant General Manager, with a primary focus on State Water Project (SWP) activities.
In this expanded role, Wallace will develop and lead a dedicated team in our Sacramento Office. His leadership will ensure strong, effective representation of the Agency and its Member Units in all matters related to securing a reliable and affordable water supply from the SWP. This includes advancing our interests on water policies critical to Kern County’s water future.
“This promotion aligns directly with the Agency’s vision of proactive stewardship of the region’s most vital resource. It also strengthens the Agency’s presence and influence in Sacramento, enabling more robust advocacy on behalf of our Member Units and the broader water interests of Kern County,” said Eric Averett, General Manager of the Kern County Water Agency.
Wallace’s leadership will be instrumental as the Agency continues to navigate the challenges and opportunities in California’s dynamic water landscape. The Agency congratulates Wallace on this well-deserved promotion and looks forward to the continued success and positive impact he will bring in this important role.
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The Kern County Water Agency was created in 1961 by a special act of the State Legislature and serves as the local contracting entity for the State Water Project.
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