Replenish Big Bear is a forward-looking water supply project that protects our community's water supplies well into the future, ensuring that our community continues to be a great place to visit and an even better place to live.
Recent News
The Project Team is awaiting the formal response from the Regional Board regarding the Report of Waste Discharge (ROWD). BBARWA is
1) gathering information related to financing strategies for both short and long-term debt financing, and
2) working with legal counsel and project beneficiaries to develop preliminary terms associated with the distribution of project water and future monetary contributions to the project.
The Project Team continues outreach efforts to keep the public informed of the Project status. In June 2022, the outreach handout was updated with the most recent project information and timeline.
When will Replenish Big Bear be completed? Why is it taking so long?
Extensive coordination with regulators is necessary to ensure the project is designed to meet strict state and federal standards to protect the environment and public health. Because water quality requirements for Big Bear Lake are among the strictest in the state, the regulatory and permitting process has been more complex and lengthier than expected and has extended the project schedule. You can find the most recent project timeline on the About page.
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