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Lindo Channel Recharge Feasibility

A map overlay showing Big Chico Creek's diversion, roads, recharge channels, and Chico city limits with a star marker at the Lindo Channel.

Our Plan

  • Assess feasibility of enhancing natural recharge along the Lindo Channel in Chico.

Project Outcomes:

  • Develop Recharge Feasibility Study
  • Monitoring Network
  • Stakeholder Engagement

Updates on Tasks during 4/1/24 - 8/31/24:

  • Project is within budget.
  • Schedule has been slightly delayed but overall is on track

Consultant Progress on Tasks Includes: ​

  • Reviewed water rights to assist in developing the flow thresholds for diversion.
  • Reviewed AEM data and well logs for assessment of groundwater recharge potential.
  • August 5th, consultant came for a site visit.

Next Steps

  • Revising the project schedule
  • Stakeholder meeting