Reclamation increases flow releases from New Melones Reservoir

In order to meet Bay Delta salinity and outflow requirements, the Bureau of Reclamation announced this week a plan to increase flow releases from New Melones Reservoir.

Additional flow releases will begin on the lower Stanislaus River on May 10 and will reach a total flow of 1,000 cubic feet per second and again on May 11 to reach 1,500 cfs. This increased flow of 1,500 cfs will likely occur for an extended duration.

During the increased releases, water levels will be higher and currents faster. Visitors should use caution when near or on the Stanislaus River during these increased flows.

For more information on Central Valley Project operations, visit https://www.usbr.gov/mp/cvo/ .