Discover how Valley Water manages Santa Clara County's reservoirs through changing seasons, balancing water supply, flood protection, groundwater recharge and environmental needs.
Crews are clearing sediment and vegetation as part of the Stream Maintenance Program to reduce flood risks ahead of winter. Valley Water maintains 350 miles of local creeks.
The board approved up to $1.34 million for planning the B.F. Sisk Dam Raise and Reservoir Expansion Project, which would add dedicated storage at the San Luis Reservoir for long-term reliability.
As the final season of in‑channel work begins, Valley Water continues advancing the Upper Llagas Creek Flood Protection Project to safeguard homes, businesses, and farmland.
Watch our new inflatable dam at Coyote Percolation Pond inflate in a 30‑second timelapse. The dam will help with filling up our groundwater basins starting this fall.
Valley Water adopted its first Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan, outlining actions to reach carbon neutrality by 2045 while investing in water infrastructure and ecosystem restoration.
Sign up for a tour of the Silicon Valley Advanced Water Purification Center, where cutting-edge technology is used to contribute to a local and renewable source of water.
Join our free Climate Ready Landscape Academy webinar to learn how to choose plants that thrive in your garden. Topics include native plants, tree selection, and attracting beneficial wildlife.
