Building a Thirsty City’s Future
01/08/2026
By the mid-1940s, Bakersfield’s rapid growth and semi-arid climate demanded bold investment in water infrastructure. Since 1927, Cal Water expanded service with miles of new mains, modern pumping stations, and millions in capital improvements—ensuring dependable water for one of California’s fastest-growing communities.
By the mid-1940s, Bakersfield’s rapid growth and semi-arid climate demanded bold investment in water infrastructure. Since 1927, Cal Water expanded service with miles of new mains, modern pumping stations, and millions in capital improvements—ensuring dependable water for one of California’s fastest-growing communities.