Programs & Projects

 

Our 5 Programs

EDWA executes the following implementation programs, outlined in the Water Resources Development and Management Plan (WRDMP), with an aim to address water resource-related challenges for the county.

 

01
Leading countywide water interests in regional, state, and federal programs in coordination with water districts, municipalities, utility districts, and other entities in El Dorado County.
02
Ensuring safe, sustainable, and reliable countywide water supplies to benefit livelihoods, ecosystems, and the local economy.
03
Promoting a multi-benefit approach to watershed management to support a healthy ecosystem, reduce fire risks, and maintain integrity of the headwaters.
04
Fostering innovative ideas in water planning and management and providing education and technical assistance to promote countywide water resilience.
05
Coordinating countywide communication and advocacy efforts to educate decisionmakers about the county’s unique water supply challenges and advocate for resources and support needed to meet future demands.

 

 

Water Resources Development and Management Plan

The (PDF, 11MB)Water Resources Development and Management Plan(PDF, 11MB) (WRDMP) serves as a blueprint that outlines resource management strategies to counter threats our county faces including droughts, wildfires, deteriorated headwaters, limited groundwater resources, and fragmented water management. Through integrated and collaborative implementation, these resource management strategies proactively address changing water resources needs, regulatory requirements, and climate variability. The WRDMP is designed to help realize the county’s General Plan that preserves the rural agricultural way of life and protects the region’s rich natural resources for future generations.


 



Strategic Planning

This 2026-2030 Strategic Plan (SP30+)(PDF, 4MB)   is the outcome of close collaboration between the Water Agency's Board and staff. It reflects the progress and lessons learned over the past five years of WRDMP implementation based on the goals and prioritized objectives of the 2021-2025 Strategic Plan (SP25+). For the SP30+, the Board highlights the importance of substantiating partnerships among key agencies and organizations, and anchoring investments and actions to the Water Agency's mission and corresponding role and responsibilities for implementing the 2024 Water Resources Development and Management Plan(PDF, 11MB) (WRDMP).