About Save the Stan

The Stanislaus River, lifeblood of our region, is in serious jeopardy due to a recent federal decision, commonly called the OCAP-BO, or “Biological Opinion” (BO).

There is concern that the BO is based on inadequate studies, analysis and faulty science. The physical science shows the BO will severely impact storage in New Melones reservoir, flows and water temperature in the Stanislaus River. The implementation of the BO could kill the very fish it attempts to save, devastate the regional agriculture, and curtail recreation on the river and reservoirs. To make our communities aware of this issue, the South San Joaquin and Oakdale Irrigation Districts, have launched an information campaign.