Shasta County Grand Jury Calls for Modernization of Anderson Cottonwood Irrigation System; Board Promises Action
SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. — A recent grand jury investigation into the Anderson Cottonwood Irrigation District (A.C.I.D.) has revealed significant concerns regarding the aging irrigation system’s future and its ability to meet modern water management needs. In its final report for the 2023-2024 session, the Shasta County Grand Jury criticized the district for lacking a comprehensive long-term strategy and adequate funding to modernize the infrastructure. The report, which follows months of thorough evaluation, highlights the need for the district to consider alternatives to the labor-intensive current dam system. Notably, the jury suggested that the district could … Read more