The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) intends to fund a project aimed at addressing sediment accumulation and infrastructure damage in the Los Banos Dam Area. This initiative is a response to the severe impacts of the 2023 winter storms, which caused significant sediment buildup and structural issues in the region.​ The 2023 winter storms brought unprecedented rainfall to California, leading to excessive runoff that overwhelmed various water control structures in the Los Banos Dam Area. This resulted in the accumulation of sediment in drainage basins and culverts, as well as erosion and damage to access roads. These issues have compromised the functionality of the water management infrastructure, posing risks to both the environment and local communities.​