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During droughts, both people and fish have less water available than they’re used to having. Last year we preserved as much cold water as possible in our Sierra reservoirs for release during the fall salmon run in the Mokelumne River.

...were strong through early winter. Because of the way we managed water flows this year for the salmon, you may have noticed changes to your tap water’s taste and smell. On behalf of the Mokelumne River, thank you for conserving and for your patience...

...of great water to 800,000 customers. It keeps our Mokelumne supply filtered, treated and flowing to your taps.

...of our largest, most 
vital water treatment plant. Remember that a little sacrifice today will pay off in spades. This brief period of change assures your water and your great grandchildren’s water will taste like pure mountain melt. If you have...

It’s summer—the perfect time to plan for that new outdoor landscape so you can plant this fall. By planting in the fall, you allow seasonal rain to root your plants in the earth. Summer is also the time to maintain your already gorgeous garden!

...upon some choice gardens on our Sustainable Landscapes Map. Fruits and vegetables benefit most from unique planting schedules, so be sure to follow your crop’s wishes about when to transplant indoor seeds to outdoor gardens. Next level gardening...

What would you give for a hot shower, clean hands, or a tall glass of water? What would you give for a clean kitchen or fresh water to brush your teeth? If you could turn on the faucet for another, would you?

...these charities to cover a CAP customer’s outstanding bill and avoid a shutoff. The charities also assist these customers to budget for these bills in the future. Keeping a nearly century-old water and wastewater system in top condition takes...

... Newark, Oakland, Piedmont, Pleasanton, San Leandro, Union City, and the unincorporated areas of Ashland, Castro Valley, Cherryland, Fairview, San Lorenzo, and Sunol. Central Contra Costa County Household Hazardous Waste Collection...

...marketed as "disposable," "flushable" or “sewer-and-septic-safe,” wipes, household waste and personal hygiene products should never be flushed. They belong in the trash. What you shouldn't flush  Avoid clogs by keeping these items out of your toilet...

...water from EBMUD water treatment plants (since 1970) and uses untreated water from Lake Chabot to irrigate two golf courses (Lake Chabot Golf Course in Oakland and Willow Park Golf Course in Castro Valley). These non-potable water applications...

...Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR), and directed staff to revise the program. That revision effort has since been completed, and on April 24, 2012 EBMUD's Board of Directors certified the Revised PEIR and adopted the Revised WSMP 2040 Final...

...all state and federal regulatory requirements and standards. Every drop of water that comes out of your tap is first treated at one of our treatment plants. Scroll down to the map below, find your city and the corresponding treatment plant...

EBMUD offers resources to help schools, colleges and universities reduce water pollution.

...for students to learn about wastewater treatment and preventing pollution. The comic book and teacher's guide are available for free to teachers in the EBMUD service area. Cleaning Products Find healthier cleaning products products through...