About GWRS

1997

OCWD & OC San sign cooperative agreement to develop GWRS.

2002

Outreach campaign launched nearly 10 years before project.

2004

Over 100 presentations and community briefings completed.

2008

GWRS officially begins operation, no organized opposition.

2015

GWRS expanded, producing 100 MGD, enough for 850,000 people.

2017

Bottled Water Campaign to launch; Guinness world record.

2023

GWRS celebrated final expansion
marked by dedication event.