For example, during the recent drought, Fairfield’s supply was never an issue, as Lake Berryessa never fell below the city’s own critical 50-percent capacity trigger.
For Fairfield, water supplies have been secured that should support the city’s growth until General Plan buildout, while being robust enough to handle multiple years of droughts. Both of these projects were controversial at the times they were being considered, but are now recognized as the lifeblood of Solano County’s economy and quality of life. Through long-range planning and foresight, Fairfield invested in two highly significant and very expensive surface water development projects: the Federal Solano Project (Lake Berryessa) and the State Water Project (the Delta). Fairfield is fortunate to rate highly in each of these areas. These include enough water (quantity), safe and pure water (quality), consistently available water (reliability) and economical water (cost).
We all use water every day, and a sound public water system is a crucial element in a community’s basic infrastructure.Ī public water system must meet several criteria to be considered a success. Economic Notes: Fairfield has ample water supplies now, into future May 14 2018Īs we enter the California dry season, it is important to remember the importance of water in a community.
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