Every WaterSmart landscape added by a homeowner becomes a key part of the San Diego region’s water efficiency goals. By converting a turf-focused yard to a WaterSmart landscape, you have the potential to beautify your property, save money, and reduce maintenance. You also play a critical role in protecting and improving the health of our […]
The San Diego County Water Authority Hauck Mesa Storage Reservoir project in North San Diego County reached a major milestone in late April when crews poured the concrete roof of the new prestressed concrete water tank. The major construction project, which began in March 2021, will improve drinking water supply reliability for the county.
A recent report shows Californians aren’t doing enough to conserve water, despite Governor Gavin Newsom’s request to reduce use by 15%. Newsom made that request in July of 2021. Fast forward to now, and according to the State Water Resources Control Board, total water usage statewide decreased by just 3.7% between July and March compared to […]
Los Angeles residents now know the plan for significantly cutting water use beginning June 1. The Department of Water and Power differs in some key ways from other local agencies that are struggling with unprecedented water restrictions due to the drought. The restrictions, ordered by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, target areas that rely heavily or entirely […]
Six Steps to WaterSmart Landscape Success
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News Network Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityEvery WaterSmart landscape added by a homeowner becomes a key part of the San Diego region’s water efficiency goals. By converting a turf-focused yard to a WaterSmart landscape, you have the potential to beautify your property, save money, and reduce maintenance. You also play a critical role in protecting and improving the health of our […]
Hauck Mesa Storage Reservoir Moving to Completion
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News Network Quoted: San Diego County Water AuthorityThe San Diego County Water Authority Hauck Mesa Storage Reservoir project in North San Diego County reached a major milestone in late April when crews poured the concrete roof of the new prestressed concrete water tank. The major construction project, which began in March 2021, will improve drinking water supply reliability for the county.
California’s Water Use Jumps 19% in March, the Highest Since 2015
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /CBS 8by Shannon Handy Quoted: San Diego County Water AuthorityA recent report shows Californians aren’t doing enough to conserve water, despite Governor Gavin Newsom’s request to reduce use by 15%. Newsom made that request in July of 2021. Fast forward to now, and according to the State Water Resources Control Board, total water usage statewide decreased by just 3.7% between July and March compared to […]
L.A. Is Taking a Different Path on Severe Watering Restrictions. Here’s How It Will Work
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Los Angeles Timesby Hayley SmithLos Angeles residents now know the plan for significantly cutting water use beginning June 1. The Department of Water and Power differs in some key ways from other local agencies that are struggling with unprecedented water restrictions due to the drought. The restrictions, ordered by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, target areas that rely heavily or entirely […]