Monday March 9, 2026
Manteca/Ripon Bulletin —
Efforts over the years to modernize irrigation water delivery and reduce water waste has put the South San Joaquin Irrigation District in a position to assist south of the Delta farmers as well as allow for more robust fish flows on the Stanislaus River.
The SSJID along with Oakdale Irrigation District are negotiating to pursue the release of water for diversion and use by the San Luis & Delta Mendota Water Authority as well as the California Department of Water Resources.