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 In accordance with District Rules, non-exempt well owners must develop both a User Conservation Plan (UCP) and User Drought Contingency Plan (UDCP). The UCP outlines daily usage guidelines that, when followed, will maximize the utility of water withdrawn from the aquifer. The guidelines are to be implemented at all times and may only be replaced by more restrictive requirements as outlined in the UDCP. While it is the District's hope that conservation measures will help prevent drought, it is imperative to plan for adverse conditions. The intent of the UDCP is to set forth daily usage guidelines for the two drought severity stages: Alarm and Critical. The UDCP contains a description of activities outlined for each drought stage and a chart of target monthly pumpage amounts based on seasonal trends of usage and authorized withdrawal amounts. Permittees with conditional production permittees must also develop a UDCP to set forth additional demand reduction measures and identify alternative water sources to achieve further reductions if necessary. Notification of drought will occur through direct notice from the District, press releases, and the District website. These plans are not designed to punish, stigmatize, or criticize anyone about their usage of water. Their sole intent is to maintain an adequate supply of water, especially during District declared drought stages that may occur from time to time. For more on information on drought stages, click here. Please contact the District if you would like to review the District's suggested template plans or if you have any questions about a UCP or a UDCP. For more information on current aquifer conditions, click here. |
