In which year was the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) initiated?

The Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) was initiated in 2007, focusing on a comprehensive strategy to address the environmental challenges in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The plan was designed to improve water reliability while also protecting and enhancing the Delta’s ecosystem. The BDCP emerged in response to ongoing concerns about water supply, habitat loss, and the overall health of the Delta, which is a crucial component for both California's water system and its diverse wildlife.

Identifying 2007 as the start year is significant because it marks a pivotal moment in California's water management history, reflecting the increasing recognition of the need for collaborative approaches to complex water issues. Prior years lacked the formal organization and focused objectives that would characterize the BDCP's approach, which was shaped by stakeholder input and scientific assessments conducted in the years leading up to its official launch.