Protecting our River and Water Supply
The Lower American River is one of the Sacramento region’s greatest treasures. The river provides for us — it also needs our active stewardship.
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The American River Parkway Foundation: Our partner in protecting the Lower American River
Founded in 1983, the Foundation is the only nonprofit focused on conserving the full 23 miles of the Lower American River. Continue reading… read more -
30 Years Together: Cooperating for Habitat and Flood Control
Spotlight on the Lower American River Task Force Continue reading… read more -
Folsom Launches “Water Vision” Project: A 50-Year Plan to Secure Water Supply and Address Climate Change
The city of Folsom is embarking on the most ambitious water planning effort in its history. Continue reading… read more
The Water Forum
is a diverse group of business and agricultural leaders, citizen groups, environmentalists, water managers, and local governments working together to balance coequal objectives:
Provide a reliable and safe water supply for the region’s economic health and planned development through to the year 2030; and Preserve the Lower American River’s fishery, wildlife, recreational, and aesthetic values.
Ongoing Programs and Priority Actions
The Water Forum nurtures and protects the Lower American River while striking a careful balance between the water needs of people and those of fish and wildlife.