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Subject:  Notice that Klamath Project Water Not Currently Available 

Dear Water Users:
 
Reclamation is currently operating the Klamath Project (Project) in accordance with the 2009 Annual Operations Plan which expires on March 31, 2010.  Current hydrologic conditions indicate a potential for shortage of water in the upper basin and, if precipitation does not increase significantly over the next few months, severe water shortages are likely during the upcoming 2010 irrigation season.  Therefore, you are notified that Project water is not available for use until such time as the 2010 Operations Plan or other such written notification is completed. (Emphasis in original letter)
 
Reclamation is in the process of developing the 2010 Annual Operations Plan.  While it is possible that there may be drastic reductions in project agriculture and refuge deliveries in 2010, Reclamation is working diligently to mitigate such an outcome.  To date, Reclamation has not made a determination as to whether and to what extent Project water could be made available for irrigation.  Thus, until such a determination is made, no Project water may be diverted or used unless expressly authorized by Reclamation.
 
Finally, we wish to acknowledge and extend our gratitude to individuals and organizations within the water user community who have provided cooperation and assistance in the formulation of the elements of the 2010 Plan to deal with current hydrologic conditions.  We expect and intend to continue this inclusive, cooperative relationship during the next few difficult weeks as the consultations are completed and the 2010 Plan is finalized.
 
If you have questions, or wish to discuss the details of this notice or other elements of the planning process, please feel free to contact me at 541-883-6935.
 
Sincerely,
 
/signed/
 
Susan M. Fry
Area Manager