Drought May be Waning but Conservation Remains Important

Real-time Rainfall and Reservoir Information

The County of Santa Barbara's website provides real-time hydrology information countywide. Peruse the site to see local rainfall accumulation, radar and satellite imagery, storm forecasts, historical rainfall charts and comparisons, stream gauges, and reservoir storage and capacity. 

Going Underground: Inspecting Mission Tunnel

Sweetwater Collaborative Recognized as City Water Hero

Sweetwater Collaborative has been awarded the City of Santa Barbara's 2018 Water Hero Award. Since 2013, Sweetwater Collaborative has hosted educational classes for the community on outdoor water usage and  water wise landscape workshops and retrofits. Learn about Sweetwater's efforts and how to get involved on our website. 

This Fix a Leak Week, Chase Down Hidden Leaks in Your Home

Minor household leaks account for more than 1 trillion gallons of wasted water every year in the U.S.- that's enough water to fill Lake Cachuma more than 15 times! National Fix a Leak Week takes place March 18 - 24, but remember you can find and fix leaks inside and outside your home year long. For information on how to find and repair leaks visit our website. 

Maintain Your Garden with Help from Our Water Wise Gardening Class

Join us for Water Wise Landscape Maintenance 101 on Thursday, March 21st from 6:30-8:00 pm at the Louise Lowry Davis Center,  1232 De La Vina Street . Learn the basics of plant establishment, irrigation, pruning, fertilization/ mulching, and wedding for a beautiful, sustainable garden.