Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District

Cooler temps mean it’s time to cut back!

Effective November 1, the One-Day Outdoor Water Use Schedule takes effect for Fresno and Clovis residents. Help protect our stormwater system and conserve water this winter by adjusting your sprinkler timer:

🗓️ Water only once a week, based on your address:
• Addresses ending in odd numbers (1, 3, 5, 7, 9): Saturdays
• Addresses ending in even numbers (0, 2, 4, 6, 8): Sundays

🚫 No watering Monday through Friday
☀️ No watering between 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Visit us at the Fresno Home Show! 🏠

We’ll be at the Fresno Fairgrounds Nov. 7, 8, & 9 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m., raising awareness about stormwater pollution and how you can help keep our local water clean.

Stop by our booth to learn more about responsible home maintenance, what not to put down the gutter, and how you can help keep the water clear in your neighborhood. 💧

❗️Please be aware of the new clear bag policy at the Fresno Fairgrounds! Learn more here: https://abc30.com/post/big-fresno-fair-introduces-clear-bag-policy/17872274/.

While most of us are seeking shade in triple-digit heat or bundling up during winter storms, our crews are out maintaining over 150 basins and 775 miles of pipeline. From sediment removal and rodent control to park repairs and vegetation management, the District’s maintenance team keeps Fresno’s stormwater system clean, safe, and prepared—365 days a year. 💪🌦️

This summer shone a spotlight on the behind-the-scenes effort that protects our communities from flooding, erosion, and pollution.

It’s all part of a year-round commitment to public service and environmental stewardship.

Learn more when you subscribe to the Flood Line newsletter here: https://www.fresnofloodcontrol.org/floodline-subscription/.

Happy Halloween from the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District and these ghoulish geese! Make sure to keep your candy wrappers out of the storm drain, and let’s work together to make water pollution just another ghost story. 🪿👻

2024 Groundwater Recharge Report is in!
And the numbers are something to celebrate. 🎉

This past water year (Oct 2023–Sept 2024), with the assistance of surface water deliveries, FMFCD recharged 51,432 acre-feet of water back into the groundwater aquifer through our network of ponding basins.

In a growing metro like Fresno-Clovis, where natural percolation is limited, stormwater basins do more than prevent flooding—they help secure our water future. 💧

This work supports our region’s goals under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and contributes to long-term water stability in the Kings Subbasin.

Rain’s coming—are your yard care habits stormwater-safe?
When pesticides and fertilizers are applied before rainy weather, they don’t stay put. They can wash off into storm drains, polluting local basins and our groundwater.

Here are some tips:
1️⃣ Don’t spray pesticides or fertilizers when rain is forecast
2️⃣ Try non-toxic alternatives (like those with an Our Water Our World label)
3️⃣ Contact a licensed pest control pro to explore eco-safe options

Learn more about No-Spray Days and how you can help protect local water using the link below.
https://fresnometroh2o.com/no-spray-day/

Oso de Oro Park and Trolley Creek Park are more than just neighborhood green spaces—they’re part of FMFCD’s mission to manage stormwater, recharge groundwater, and beautify our community.

Alongside the trees and playgrounds, these parks include infrastructure that helps keep our neighborhoods safe from flooding.

Whether you’re enjoying a peaceful visit, a family picnic, or just some fresh air—these parks are proof that smart stormwater management and beautiful public spaces can go hand in hand.

Applications are open for the 2026 Clean Stormwater Grant Program! Schools, nonprofits, and community groups can get funding for water resource field trips (up to $2,000) or local projects (up to $4,000) that protect our water.

Get more details and apply using the link below.
https://www.fresnofloodcontrol.org/clean-stormwater-grant-program/

We’re excited to join the fun at Clovis Night Out on Saturday, October 18, at David McDonald Park! From 4 p.m. until it gets dark, this fun, family-friendly event will feature:

🛍️ 100+ vendors
🎶 Live music
🚓 Police & City vehicle displays
🎈 Free bounce houses
✨ And a brand-new drone light show to close out the night!

Save the date, and we'll see you there for a fun evening in Clovis!

Join us at the Water-Wise Plant Exchange on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 8 a.m. until noon at Fresno State’s Ornamental Horticulture Unit!

Whether you're a green thumb or just plant-curious, this free, family-friendly event is the perfect place to:
🌱 Swap water-wise plants, cuttings, seeds, and more
🎨 Enjoy fun kids' activities
🌼 Learn from local gardening experts
🛒 Shop unique plants at the Gibson Market
💧 Discover sustainable landscaping tips & rebate opportunities

Don’t forget a wagon or cart for all your plant finds!

Pre-register for free here: https://monkeylink.co/5785a5/https://forms.office.com/Pages