KLAMATH BASIN — The Bureau of Reclamation has announced an anticipated full water allocation for the Klamath Project this year, marking the first time since 2019 that irrigators in the region will receive their complete water needs. The announcement, celebrated by officials from Klamath County, Oregon, and Siskiyou and Modoc Counties in California, comes after years of water shortages and allocation conflicts in the region.
“This full allocation is a huge boost for our agricultural communities and wildlife,” said Michael Kobseff, Siskiyou County Supervisor. “We appreciate the Bureau of Reclamation for recognizing the importance of water to our irrigators and the Klamath Project. This decision restores hope and reinforces that agriculture matters.”
The tri-county region has experienced significant water challenges in recent years, with competing demands from agricultural users, wildlife refuges, and endangered species requirements often leading to contentious allocation decisions. The early announcement of a full allocation provides farmers and ranchers with critical planning time for the upcoming growing season.
