State Water Project Quiz

What is the primary purpose of the State Water Project?

• Water supply delivery

• Recreation activities

• Power generation

• Environmental stewardship

How many miles does the California State Water Project extend?

• 800 miles

• 600 miles

• 705 miles

• 500 miles

What percentage of the California State Water Project's average water is used for agricultural purposes?

• 20%

• 30%

• 34%

• 40%

Which agency operates in a similar fashion to move water throughout California alongside the State Water Project?

• U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Central Valley Project

• California Public Utilities Commission

• United States Army Corps of Engineers

• Western Area Power Administration

What is the SWP's role in efforts to combat climate change?

• Both A and B

• Generating hydroelectric power

• None of the above

• Managing water supply during extremes

How many Californians does the State Water Project provide clean water to?

• 30 million

• 15 million

• 20 million

• 27 million

What does the SWP stand for?

• State Water Project

• Sustainable Water Program

• Systematic Water Plan

• Statewide Water Project

What does the SWP help manage during extremes such as flooding and drought?

• Recreation activities

• Power generation

• Water supply

• Environmental stewardship

What does DWR stand for in the context of the State Water Project?

• Delta Water Restoration

• Division of Water Regulation

• Department of Water Resources

• Dams and Water Reservoirs

What is the SWP's average water usage percentage for residential, municipal, and industrial purposes?

• 66%

• 75%

• 60%

• 70%