El Dorado Irrigation District

10/15/2026

While our Environmental Compliance Inspector Matt Frazier was performing a backflow prevention assembly certification, a customer brought out a patio umbrella and set it up to give him some shade. ☂️

Thank you to our El Dorado Hills customer for the thoughtful gesture. It’s a great example of the kindness our crews experience across our service area. 💙

10/15/2026

Today is “Imagine a Day Without Water” - a national movement to remind everyone that we don’t just use water - we depend on it, sometimes with a splash of oat milk in our morning cup of coffee. 🤩 We’re proud to celebrate how clean, reliable water starts our day, powers our economy, keeps our environment healthy and so much more. You’re invited to learn more at https://thevalueofwater.org/imagineaday

10/14/2026

⚠ Heads up, EID customers.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company may need to initiate a public safety power shutoff (PSPS) within our service area beginning Oct. 14 through the morning on Oct. 17.

We are prepared and have taken measures to avoid any disruption in water or wastewater service during a possible PSPS event. Preparation includes mobilization of backup generators and adjustments to water tank storage levels.

Stay informed:
PG&E PSPS Alerts
https://www.pge.com/psps

El Dorado County OES
https://www.facebook.com/ElDoradoOES

🔥⚡With elevated fire danger in the next few days, take time now to prepare for a possible power outage.

❓Why: Low humidity and critically dry vegetation could create conditions that warrant deliberate outages to reduce the risk of electrical equipment sparking wildfires.

10/10/2026

In observance of Columbus Day, EID offices will be closed on Monday, Oct. 12.

💧 Water or Sewer Emergency Assistance Available 24/7
📞 (530) 622-4513

10/07/2026

Congratulations to our Reservoir 1 project team! The American Society of Civil Engineers Sacramento Section has named EID’s Reservoir 1 Floating Cover Emergency Replacement Project its 2025 Outstanding Project of the Year.

After a routine inspection found the reservoir’s aging cover and liner could not be repaired, EID crews and partners built a temporary bypass system, replaced both through winter weather and protected drinking water service for Po***ck Pines, Cedar Grove and Camino. Of 842 customers notified of possible service interruptions, only 42 were affected.

Learn more: https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/GMxbIsJaD2QBH

10/05/2026

EID mourns the passing of George W. Osborne.

For more than two decades, George represented Division 1 on our Board of Directors — one of the longest tenures in District history.

Before that, he gave 41 years to CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit, retiring as Chief of the Amador-El Dorado-Alpine Unit.

He had a hand in nearly every major project that shapes our water system today, from bringing Sly Park under local control to the Forebay Dam work that kept water flowing during the Caldor Fire.

But the people who worked with him remember the man as much as the record: the humor, the twinkle in his eye, the two pennies taped to a piece of paper when he had his two cents to offer.

He called our staff “the troops,” and he never missed a chance to thank them.

Our deepest condolences to George’s family and friends.

Read more about his life and his legacy of service:
https://www.eid.org/Home/Components/News/News/4266/26

10/05/2026

Every drop has a story and behind every drop are the dedicated water professionals who make it possible.

Meet some of the people at El Dorado Irrigation District who work every day to provide safe, reliable water for our community.

Our team is proud to serve our customers in El Dorado County, from the Sacramento County line to the Sierra Nevada.

Thank you to all of our water professionals for the important work you do every day!

10/03/2026

Our Hydrant Crew just finished clearing overgrown vegetation from this hydrant in El Dorado Hills, and it's just one of many they take care of across our service area.

Our crews work year-round to make sure every hydrant stays clear and accessible, especially during wildfire season. Whether it's trimming back brush, pulling weeds, or clearing debris, this work happens no matter the season. Because when an emergency happens, firefighters need to reach the hydrant fast, with nothing in the way.

Here's why this matters so much:

Obstructions slow everything down. Overgrown plants and debris can delay firefighters from reaching the hydrant and finding it in the first place.

The cap needs room to turn. Firefighters have to fully turn a wrench to open the hydrant cap. If branches or weeds are in the way, that simple step becomes a struggle.

Hoses need a clear path. Too much stuff around the hydrant can cause the hose to kink, which restricts water flow right when it's needed most.

A few minutes of maintenance can mean the difference between a fast response and a dangerous delay.

Want to locate a hydrant near you? Check out our interactive map here: https://eid.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=410500cecbc14e088106b7aa14629581

Want to help? You can "adopt" the hydrant closest to your home or business. Just keep it free of weeds and shrubbery, or clear of snow in winter, and clear a path from the street to the hydrant so it stays visible and accessible. https://www.eid.org/customers/maintenance/keep-fire-hydrants-accessible

It's a small task that makes a big difference for the safety of our community. Thank you to our hardworking crew for staying on top of it!

10/03/2026

California Water Professionals Awareness Week is Oct. 3-11, an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the vital work of water professionals.

Every drop has a story and behind every drop are the dedicated water professionals who make it possible.

This week, we're featuring some of the people at El Dorado Irrigation District who work every day to provide safe, reliable water for our community.

Our team is proud to serve 220-square-miles in beautiful El Dorado County, from our rolling foothills to the majestic alpines.

Thank you to all of our water professionals for the important work you do every day!

10/01/2026

Our Recreation team recently joined forces with the U.S. Forest Service - Eldorado National Forest to clean up Silver Lake and Caples Lake — pulling out cans, bottles, fishing line, and other debris left behind this summer.

Protecting the lakes and watershed we all rely on isn't a once-a-year job — it's a shared responsibility every time we're out on the water or on the trail.

Thank you to our crew and our Forest Service partners for the work they do to keep these places clean and safe for everyone. 💧🌲

In September, EID staff teamed up with the U.S. Forest Service - Eldorado National Forest to patrol the shorelines of Silver Lake and Caples Lake by boat, collecting buckets of cans, bottles, fishing line, and other debris left behind during this last summer.

This cleanup is a requirement of the federal license for EID's Project 184 hydroelectric system. The license comes with dozens of conditions covering recreation facilities, lake levels, stream flows, ecological restoration, resource monitoring, and wildlife protection, and meeting every regulatory requirement is what keeps the project running.

Project 184 stores the high-quality Sierra snowmelt that becomes drinking water for a large portion of El Dorado County, and the hydroelectric power it generates is sold to help offset costs that would otherwise fall on EID ratepayers. Regulatory compliance is how we responsibly maintain both of these critical services.

But keeping our parks, trails, and open spaces clean and safe isn't just a regulatory checkbox — it's a shared responsibility. Whether you're boating, fishing, hiking, or camping, packing out what you pack in helps protect these places for everyone who depends on them.

Thank you to our EID crew and U.S. Forest Service partners for a day well spent protecting the lakes and watershed we all rely on.