As of April 11, LADWP hydrographers reported above normal snowpack measurements in the Eastern Sierra, which will provide ample supplies through the Los Angeles Aqueduct, the City’s most cost-efficient water supply.

This year’s snowpack, while initially underwhelming compared to the record-breaking measurements in 2023, increased significantly in February and March and ended up exceeding expectations with above-normal conditions. 

“While our reservoirs are full following two wet winters, we are still seeing the impacts of climate whiplash across the state,” said LADWP General Manager and Chief Engineer Martin L. Adams. “We know we have to stay focused on our investments in local water supply projects as LADWP continues to evolve and balance the needs of our customers with the challenges associated with extreme weather patterns, more than anything else, we encourage our customers to stay vigilant in their water wise practices, which have helped keep water conservation citywide near record highs.”  

On April 10, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) announced national drinking water standards for Poly and Per-fluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) that will go into effect beginning in 2027. LADWP is committed to providing drinking water to our customers that is of the highest quality and regularly tested. Currently, LADWP has not detected the six regulated PFAS compounds in the water we serve. We will continue to monitor our water supply and explore treatment technologies to ensure all water meets or exceeds regulatory standards.

Learn more about the work LADWP is doing to address PFAS here.