SGMA Savings Calculator

Calculate your water savings value in Kern County

SGMA Savings Summary

500 acres
Total Projected Savings
$49,500
2.5x returnon $40/acre service
Net savings after service cost: $29,500

Water Saved

Saved to Date
900.0 AF
45% of allocation unused
Projected End of Season
350.0 AF
vs. 247.5 AF saved vs. baseline

Savings Breakdown

Pumping Cost Saved
$49,500
247.5 AF saved × $200/AF
Bonus: Water Asset Created
$175,000
350.0 AF below allocation × $500/AF (can bank or sell)

ROI Calculation

Total Cost Without AgWaterAI$379,500
Total Cost With AgWaterAI$350,000
(includes $20,000 service = 500 acres × $40/acre)
Gross Savings$49,500
Return on Investment2.5x
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Water Asset Model: Water saved below allocation can be banked (Kern Water Bank) or sold. Market rate varies by water year ($100-$1,200+/AF).
⚠️ Estimates Only: These projections are for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for financial or compliance decisions. Actual savings depend on weather, crop conditions, management practices, and GSA enforcement. Penalty rates are tiered estimates based on typical Kern County GSA structures—consult your specific GSA for exact rates. AgWaterAI is a decision-support tool, not a compliance certifier.

How Water Banking Works

In Kern County, water saved through efficient irrigation can be banked in the Kern Water Bank for future use or sold to the Kern County Water Agency.

Water Asset Value: $500/AF represents the 2025 average market transaction price for banked water in Kern County.

Source: Kern County Water Agency 2025 market data

Why This Matters

Under SGMA (Sustainable Groundwater Management Act), groundwater pumping allocations are capped. Efficient irrigation isn't just about saving money on pumping costs.

Every acre-foot you don't use is a valuable asset you can bank or sell, creating real economic value beyond operational savings.

How AgWaterAI Maximizes Your Savings

12.4%
Average water savings vs. manual scheduling
8.2%
Yield increase vs. industry average
75%
Reduction in routine irrigation labor

Based on 9+ years of data from 109 sensor sites managing over 40,000 acres in Kern County. AgWaterAI uses site-specific AI models trained on your exact soil conditions, crop type, and historical performance.