Northstate Water Projects Included in Federal Infrastructure Bill
Congressman James Gallagher says several Northstate water and infrastructure projects were included in the Water Resources Development Act, including $155 million for water upgrades across the Sacramento River…
Northern CaliforniaPublished July 15, 2026Updated July 17, 2026Source: KRCR Local
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Congressman James Gallagher announced that several Northstate water and infrastructure projects were included in the Water Resources Development Act. The bill includes funding and policy changes meant to improve water systems, flood control, wildfire planning, and drought response in rural Northstate communities. The $155 million allocated for water upgrades across the Sacramento River Basin aims to enhance water quality, environmental restoration, and long-term water reliability.
Other projects included are a dam safety review at Black Butte Dam, sewer mains replacement in Robbins, and flood control work in Chico's Five-Mile Basin.
Key Details
Location: Northern California
Date/time: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Agencies involved: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Congressman James Gallagher's office
Status: Bill passed the congressional committee meeting
Public impact: Improved water infrastructure, flood control, and drought response in rural Northstate communities
Congressman James GallagherU.S. Army Corps of Engineers
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