"Maximizing Water Conservation: The Potential of the Overflowing L.A. River"

The L.A. River, crucial for flood control, has seen as much as 80% of stormwater flow into the Pacific Ocean, prompting calls for improved stormwater capture. While the river's concrete channelization has prevented catastrophic floods, efforts to capture and store stormwater for beneficial use are underway, with the Safe Clean Water Program allocating funds for such projects. With extreme storms becoming more common, the need for local water supplies is critical, and measures to increase stormwater capture and reduce runoff are seen as essential for public safety and water conservation in Los Angeles.