Water markets Content / Water markets Content for Â鶹´«Ã½ en California Surface Water Costs Triple During Drought /climate/news/california-surface-water-costs-triple-during-drought Â鶹´«Ã½ study shows surface water prices triple during drought while groundwater prices remain stable over time. It points to the need for joint surface and groundwater management. November 05, 2025 - 2:01pm Amy M Quinton /climate/news/california-surface-water-costs-triple-during-drought