Sustainable Groundwater Management
Groundwater is underground in the cracks and spaces in soil, sand, and rock. It is stored in, and moves slowly through, geologic formations called aquifers.
The State of California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) legislated in 2014 recognizes that: Groundwater provides a significant portion of California’s water supply and that Groundwater resources are most effectively managed at the local or regional level.
Established in 2018, Montecito Groundwater Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency is the official local agency responsible for developing a Groundwater Sustainability Plan for the basin.
Community Involvement is Encouraged! The groundwater sustainability agency shall consider the interests of all beneficial uses and users of groundwater.
Link to Groundwater Informational Video
WELL REGISTRY PROJECT
Well Registry forms are being mailed to parcels within the basin where data and / or documentation indicates groundwater wells. Response is required. Please click here for more information and the well registry form.
NEW! REBATES PROGRAM
Montecito GSA is now offering rebates for groundwater infiltration projects. The rebate program aims to encourage public involvement in the stewardship of the Montecito Groundwater Basin. For more info on the rebates program, please click here.
PRIVATE WELL METERING PROGRAM
Montecito GSA is actively seeking well owners to participate in a grant-funded well metering program.
The private well metering program is voluntary, free, and the data obtained will remain confidential.
Private well owners from sectors such as residential, agricultural, hospitality, and community institutions are already enrolling. For more info please call: 805.324.4207
SEAWATER INTRUSION MONITORING NETWORK
Montecito GSA is actively seeking wells in coastal locations for involvement in this data gathering program. Consistent data collection and analysis is key for long-term sustainability of the community’s
groundwater supply. Participation is voluntary, free, and the data obtained will remain confidential. For more info please call: 805.324.4207
