Are you interested in discovering how safe, clean water gets to your tap? Are you curious about how Valley Water operates and addresses important issues like aging dams, flood protection and critical environmental programs? If you responded “yes” to these questions, consider applying to become a Water Ambassador through the Water 101 Academy. The application

By the Valley Water Youth Commission Youth homelessness continues to be a growing challenge in the United States, and Santa Clara County has seen some of the most significant increases in recent years. Last year, the Youth Commission achieved its goal of assembling 100 hygiene kits for unhoused youth in Santa Clara County. This would

Across the country, we’ve seen how quickly winter storms and flooding can impact communities. Even during dry years, sudden downpours or back-to-back storms can overwhelm creeks and cause severe flooding. Valley Water works year-round to reduce flood risks and respond to emergencies, but preparation starts with each of us. One of the most important steps

In a remarkable feat of coordination and engineering, an 18,000-pound pedestrian bridge in Morgan Hill has found a new home. On September 18, 2025, Valley Water carefully relocated the bridge to make room for major flood protection improvements along West Little Llagas Creek, ensuring both safety and continued trail access for the community. Originally installed

The removal of Pickell’s Dam in South Santa Clara County enhances fish and river health by restoring access to spawning habitats for threatened steelhead. The collaboration of Valley Water, Trout Unlimited, and other organizations exemplifies effective partnerships in ecological restoration, benefiting native aquatic species and promoting healthier river ecosystems.

By Nai Hsueh, Director, District 5 Santa Clara County’s creeks wind through neighborhoods, parks, commercial and industrial areas, and open spaces, carrying stormwater from the hills to the San Francisco and Monterey bays. When rain arrives, these waterways must be able to handle fast, sustained flows without threatening nearby homes and businesses. Keeping them ready

Every drop of water that flows from your tap depends on a network of pipelines working behind the scenes. At Valley Water, we work hard to keep that system strong through regular inspections, maintenance and upgrades that protect Santa Clara County’s water supply. This fall, we’re starting an important project to inspect and repair the

Valley Water joins the Value of Water Campaign again this year to recognize Imagine a Day Without Water, an annual national initiative that highlights the vital importance of safe, reliable water in our daily lives. Water is at the heart of everything we do, from the meals we cook and the gardens we grow, to