Vallecitos has been regularly meeting its customer’s water needs since 1955. However, this wouldn’t be possible without an effective water management program to keep this limited, natural resource available to start off with.  As a result, Vallecitos has made it a priority to not only offer a safe, reliable, life-sustaining product but has regularly participated in conservation programs that have over time curbed the need for imported water flows to our region.

Effective June 10, 2023, the Vallecitos Water District’s Board of Directors voted to move to voluntary conservation measures under its “Level 1 – Drought Watch,” which ended restrictions on outdoor watering that were previously set during Vallecitos' Level 2 drought restrictions. Vallecitos customers are now able to irrigate any day of the week, with no limit on the number of watering days. View the full list of Level 1 voluntary drought and permanent restrictions as detailed in the District’s Board-approved drought ordinance and Water Shortage Contingency Plan.

Vallecitos appreciates all the efforts of our customers to continue to conserve to keep as much water as possible in storage to help the future of California. To help further your conservation journey, please check out the many conservation resources available...

Rebates
In collaboration with its wholesaler, the San Diego County Water Authority, Vallecitos has been a regular participant in rebates for high-efficiency toilets and washing machines, as well as weather-based irrigation controllers, just to name a few. Information on available rebates.

FREE Water Efficiency Audits
Approximately 50 percent to 80 percent of usage in the District is dedicated to outdoor water use. As a way to help alleviate this overuse, Vallecitos offers visits from a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor. This free service is designed to assist customers by developing a tailor-made conservation plan after checking the irrigation system and other water-use fixtures for inefficiencies. The audit can also help identify if there are any leaks at your property.  Information on Water Efficiency Audits.

Water-wise gardening classes, tools and resources, events and more!
Vallecitos' wholesaler, the San Diego County Water Authority, has a great website to help customers who want to make their home or business as water efficient as possible. Information on water-efficiency resources. 

Sustainable Demonstration Garden 
In 2010, Vallecitos’ front garden underwent a major renovation which includes decorative water features that run off collected rainwater and solar power, California-friendly plants, and weather-based irrigation controllers to create a Sustainable Demonstration Garden for all to visit and imitate at their home or business. Stop by our garden during regular business hours to get inspiration for your water-wise garden or email us for a private tour!