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Water News
We've Moved!
The Water Agency has closed it's Elk Grove Office and staff has relocated to 3847 Branch Center Road, Trailer #5, Sacramento, CA 95827 (Off I-50 & Bradshaw Rd). Unfortunately, you will no longer be able to pay your utility bills via the drop-box previously located at the Elk Grove office. Here's a list of numerous ways to pay your utility bills.
Outdoor Watering Tips for Winter Months
During the winter months, watering should not be necessary. However, if there is a long dry spell we recommend watering 1 day per week 4 – 6 minutes for spray heads, 8 – 12 minutes for rotors and 10 – 15 minutes for drip. For details on watering schedules, visit our water conservation page.
Learn Water Saving Tips Year Round
The Sacramento Master Gardeners created a calendar called "Every Drop Counts" filled with tips on how to save water on your landscape. This unique calendar contains tips specifically for the Sacramento area. Order your 2010 gardening Guide and calendar today!
Meter Installation Project
The Water Agency received stimulus funding to install water meters in the communities of Hood, Southwest Tract and Walnut Grove. The project is scheduled to break ground this winter. For details, visit the project webpage.
Local Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
Using the State’s ordinance as a guideline, Sacramento County has decided to create its own local ordinance tailoring it to meet specifics of the county. The projected completion date is scheduled for Summer/Fall 2010. More…
Water Spouts Newsletter in Utility Bills
The Sacramento County Water Agency’s bi-annual newsletter “Water Spouts” inadvertently went into utility bills for customers outside our service area. The newsletter contains information on seasonal outdoor watering, rebate programs, projects, and metering. The contents in the newsletter apply to only Water Agency customers, so please verify you are our customer by checking your water bill. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Rain Gardens Equal Water Savings
Rain Gardens can help save water and provide shelter for beautiful butterflies and birds in your garden! How do rain gardens work? It’s simple - Rain water from your property flows into the rain garden and soaks into the ground. Find out how you can begin planning for a rain garden in your own home.
Bay-Delta Conservation Plan and the Delta Vision
Learn about Sacramento County's policies and response to the Delta Vision and Bay-Delta Conservation Plan. More...
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