Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians v. Coachella Valley Water District, et al.
Desert Water Agency (DWA) is pleased to come to an agreement with the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians (the Tribe) and Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) to settle two long-standing water rights lawsuits. The agreement enhances certainty and stability over the future of water management and increases supply reliability for Coachella Valley residents. The settlement addresses all the claims, including disputes over groundwater rights, storage space beneath the Tribe’s Reservation, and groundwater quality.
The agreement provides a collaborative foundation that is consistent with DWA’s mission to responsibly manage water resources, ensure ongoing sustainability, and deliver safe, reliable water in an effective way for current and future generations. We remain committed to conservation and groundwater management, as we have for more than 60 years. DWA customers will continue to receive the same high-quality water, and dedicated, reliable service.