Water, Waste water, recycled water, recreation The District also provides wastewater services, recycled water and recreation to sections of our service area.
Padre Dam provides water service to a population of approximately 91, 670 in the areas of Santee, sections of El Cajon, Harbison Canyon, Blossom Valley and Alpine.
06/13/2026
Check out the amazing artwork by this year's Padre Dam "Being Water Wise Is…" Poster Contest winners. These young artists from local schools remind us to value our water and keep the tap flowing for the next generation.
Cajon Valley Union School District Santee School District Pepper Drive Elementary School Rio Seco Elementary School Carlton Oaks Elementary School Hill Creek Elementary School
Who said low-water-use plants were boring? Find colorful plants for your yard at www.padredam.org/nifty50
06/09/2026
Grossmont Union High School film students visited Padre Dam today to learn about the water and wastewater system and practice in-the-field videography. We can’t wait to see the videos they’ll create.
With more than a decade working on the East County AWP Program, Seval Sen has been instrumental in moving it from concept to reality. Find out why she’s passionate about the Program and get a look inside the construction site.
06/06/2026
We're looking for an experienced Safety & Risk Manager to join our team. This individual will provide strategic leadership and oversight for the District's Safety and Risk Management Programs. For more information, visit www.padredam.org/jobs
06/04/2026
We're looking for a Park & Recreation Supervisor- Outside to join the Santee Lakes team. Learn more and apply at www.padredam.org/jobs
06/02/2026
We're hiring a dynamic leader to join our team as Park Operations Manager. This individual will play an important role in managing the day-to-day services and operations of Santee Lakes. Learn more about this opportunity at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/padredam
06/01/2026
Enroll in Padre Dam's paperless billing and/or autopay for the chance to win one of two $250 Visa gift cards. These free services make payments more convenient.
The contest ends July 10, sign-up through the District's payment platform at: https://tinyurl.com/56b5wztj
Check out Padre Dam’s e-newsletter, where you’ll find all the latest District information. Read the newsletter here: www.padredam.org/newsletter
This time capsule was placed in the valve vault being built as part of the Blossom Valley Reservoir Project. The time capsule will only be accessible once the valve vault is demolished, after a long service life.
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| Friday | 8am - 12pm |