Lake Tahoe, a major water source, is projected to reach full capacity for the first time since 2019 due to above-median winter snowpack.

Lake Tahoe, a major water source, is projected to reach its full capacity for the first time since 2019 due to strong precipitation in January, February, and March, leading to above-median winter snowpack. This full capacity will provide sufficient water supply to meet demand for three years even if snowpacks are below normal. The dam at Lake Tahoe has a storage capacity of 744,500 acre-feet, with 6 feet of storage.

May 12, 2024
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