Implementation
Identify new locations suitable for multi-benefit flood control (e.g., underused agricultural areas, small streams) that encourage groundwater recharge, aquaculture, and habitat restoration (e.g., wetlands). Identify priority projects in coordination with resource conservation districts, groundwater sustainability agencies, the Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (SAFCA), flood control agencies, and other organizations, and begin the CEQA process.
Benefits: Historically, Sacramento County has relied on the Yolo Bypass, Folsom Dam, and the Sacramento River and American River levee systems for flood control; however, if high climate change–caused volumes of water exceed the capacity of these facilities, Sacramento County would be dependent on additional flood control areas. Identification of these locations would mitigate potential flood events and provide other benefits, including, but not limited to, groundwater recharge, aquaculture, and habitat restoration.
