Operationalizing water rights reform in irrigation districts using a water accounting–based decision support system and automated operating strategies

Key Points

• The study demonstrates enhanced water rights management through an advanced decision support system in irrigation districts.
• Key evidence includes a notable increase in efficiency measured through improved water allocation metrics.
• Observational analysis of water accounting data reveals the impact of automated strategies on operational outcomes.
• These findings suggest a pathway for sustainable water resource management, essential for agricultural resilience.