As summer ends and fall begins, we would like to express our gratitude to everyone for practicing good watershed stewardship and enjoying recreation activities safely this season. Please be mindful of seasonal closures and plan for the few areas that remain open — now is the perfect time to enjoy them one last time this year.
Environmental Efforts
Celebrating Mono Lake Day
On September 30th, the City of Los Angeles and its leaders — including the Mayor, City Councilmembers, and Los Angeles Board of Water and Power Commissioners — joined the Mono Lake Committee and many other stakeholders to declare September 28 as Mono Lake Day.
Mono Lake Day celebrates the incredible journey of conservation and restoration at Mono Lake. This declaration acknowledges the historic Decision 1631 issued by the State Water Resources Control Board in 1994. Since then, LADWP has significantly reduced water exports from the Mono Basin and has successfully invested in its restoration.
Today, Mono Lake is one of the most protected watersheds in the United States. We are proud to acknowledge the successful outcomes achieved through LADWP’s investment of nearly $50 million in supporting habitats, fish populations, and wildlife in the Mono Basin. We are committed to the environmental stewardship that maintains vital habitats for nature and protects our ability to provide Los Angeles residents with reliable, affordable, and high-quality drinking water. Three decades of history at Mono Lake exemplify that commitment.
NEWS
Water Year Begins for California on October 1
October 1 marked the beginning of a new water year in California, and water operators across California are taking stock of water supplies following the hottest summer on record. The California Department of Water Resources is calling on water operators to prepare for extreme conditions again this year following the record heat and early-season uncertainty. Despite an unprecedentedly wet 2023-24 rainy season, the 2024 snowpack was close to “normal” by April of this year, and reservoirs around the state remain full, alleviating some pressure on the system. Water managers at LADWP are watching the weather forecasts closely and operating to preserve water supplies — including those captured during storms this past winter — in the event that predictions of a dry winter are realized this year.
October 16 Marks the Start of “Wind Season”
The “wind season” in the Eastern Sierra is from October 15 through June. Over the last two decades, LADWP has invested more than $2.6 billion in EPA-approved dust control methods which have successfully reduced dust emissions from Owens Lake by 99.4%. Every year, the LADWP team works diligently to ensure that dust mitigations at Owens Lake are ready for the stresses of wind season.
This year, our team had the added challenge of finalizing repairs from the damage caused during recent heavy rain years. Our team worked around the clock to quickly repair the dust control measures, and we have ensured the mitigation measures are in place for this season.
Crowley Lake Season Ending Soon
Crowley Lake’s fishing season is scheduled to end, Sunday, October 27, 2024. Thank you to all the visitors who made use of the lake this year while practicing good stewardship!
Crowley Lake Fish Camp Contact:
760-935-4301 – Tackle Shop
760-935-4043 – Front Gate
Email: [email protected]
Klondike Lake Closed for the Season
Klondike Lake is officially closed for the season and will no longer be open for public boating. A sincere thank you to everyone who reached out to express their desire for an extended season at Klondike Lake. We truly appreciate your feedback and enthusiasm and love for the space. We hope you had the chance to enjoy its unique beauty while the lake was open to boating this summer.
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ELECTRIC CUSTOMERS
Slay Energy Vampires!
Any appliance with a clock or “instant on” setting is an “Energy Vampire,” as it uses electricity 24/7. Unplug all non-essential appliances and electronics you use daily like computers, phone chargers and your television when not in use and consider using an advanced power strip to automatically turn off idle equipment.
SAFETY MOMENT
WIND SAFETY
Wind gusts may result in damage to trees and power lines. We remind our customers to stay away from downed wires! Branches and tree limbs can bring down power lines during a major storm and cause outages. Never touch a downed or dangling wire, or anyone or anything in contact with it. Always assume a downed wire is energized and report any downed wires immediately by calling 911!
Report any outages or hazards by dialing 1 (800) 992-8331 (Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) and (833) 325-2397 after hours.
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