San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District

The State Water Project is a remarkable success and the largest state-built project in the world. This piece of our region’s diverse water portfolio is critical to ensuring water availability every year. By moving water from the wettest parts of the state to drier regions, the SWP supports long-term sustainability of supply. At San Bernardino Valley, we work together to ensure that this supply is reliable and sustainable, maximizing the value of these resources over time. The State Water Project serves over 27 million Californians. Our job is to secure this water supply, maintain the State Water Project, and invest in additional projects like Delta Conveyance and the Sites Reservoir to address climate change. Given the variability of rainfall in Southern California, it's essential to have infrastructure projects distributed across the state to capture water where it’s raining in order to be ready for dry periods. Special thanks to Lance Eckhart and San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency contributing their expertise and thoughts in this video.  #StateWaterProject #WaterManagement #SustainableFuture #ClimateResilience #SanBernardinoValley

At San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District, our mission is clear: we work collaboratively to provide a reliable and sustainable water supply to support the changing needs of our region’s people and environment. This mission drives every project and initiative we undertake, from groundwater replenishment to innovative water conservation programs. By focusing on long-term solutions and fostering partnerships, we ensure that our community has access to vital water resources now and for generations to come. #StrategicPlan #WaterSustainability #CommunitySupport #SanBernardinoValley

Reliable water supply depends on preparing for the future with diverse water sources like the State Water Project, stormwater capture, recycled water, and good old water conservation. National Smart Irrigation Month is the perfect time for residents to check for irrigation leaks and make those small adjustments that can save thousands of gallons of water. Let's all do our part!  #SmartIrrigation #WaterConservation #SustainableFuture #SanBernardinoValley

We often get asked, why focus on headwaters resilience? The answer is simple: headwaters provide 67% of our local water supply. The beginnings of streams form in our local mountains, culminating in major water bodies like the Santa Ana River, Mill Creek, and Lytle Creek that supply our drinking water and recreational areas. Managing the National Forest is crucial to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires, which could disrupt our water supply for years, if not decades. Headwater resilience is about more than just water; it's about preserving riparian areas and promoting stewardship, like stream cleanups, that benefit everyone in our basins. Thank you to the Institute for Watershed Resiliency for their valuable input! Check out our video to learn more about this vital topic and hear from the experts themselves! #HeadwatersResilience #WaterManagement #EnvironmentalStewardship #SustainableFuture #SanBernardinoWater

The State Water Project is a remarkable success and the largest state-built project in the world. This piece of our region’s diverse water portfolio is critical to ensuring water availability every year. By moving water from the wettest parts of the state to drier regions, the SWP supports long-term sustainability of supply. At San Bernardino Valley, we work together to ensure that this supply is reliable and sustainable, maximizing the value of these resources over time. The State Water Project serves over 27 million Californians. Our job is to secure this water supply, maintain the State Water Project, and invest in additional projects like Delta Conveyance and the Sites Reservoir to address climate change. Given the variability of rainfall in Southern California, it's essential to have infrastructure projects distributed across the state to capture water where it’s raining in order to be ready for dry periods. #StateWaterProject #WaterManagement #SustainableFuture #ClimateResilience #SanBernardinoValley

Meet Greg Woodside, a dedicated water resources engineer at San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District. Greg's interest in water management was sparked by his father, who was also a water resources engineer. Growing up, Greg would often hear his father point out dams, aqueducts, and flood control facilities, igniting his passion for the field. Greg appreciates the agency’s strong focus on results and its commitment to providing water for both people and the environment. Reflecting on his father's advice to find a career filled with challenges and the determination to overcome them, Greg has found his perfect fit at San Bernardino Valley—a place where he can tackle interesting and difficult problems and always strive to find solutions. #EmployeeSpotlight #WaterManagement #EngineeringChallenges #SustainableFuture #SanBernardinoValley

The State Water Project (SWP) brings significant benefits to the communities within San Bernardino Valley. By providing a consistent and high-quality water supply for our region, the SWP is critical to maintaining our quality of life–in our homes, at our workplaces, and in our environment.  The SWP is not just infrastructure—it's a lifeline for our region.  #CommunityBenefits #StateWaterProject #ReliableWater #InlandEmpire #SanBernardinoValley

Stretching roughly from the Crafton Hills to the Cajon Pass, the San Bernardino Basin area is a groundwater storage reservoir under our feet that is roughly the size of Lake Shasta. This shared natural basin is a major water source for our communities and is replenished by stormwater, recycled water, and flows from the imported state water project. #WaterProjects #SanBernardinoBasin #Groundwater #SustainableFuture #SanBernardinoWater

At San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District, we partner with agencies across the region to enhance water efficiency and sustainability. Our role as a State Water Project contractor unites efforts, ensuring we achieve our mission of long-term water resilience for both current and future generations – currently benefiting over 700,000 people in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. Together, we can accomplish more than any single entity could alone, ensuring a reliable and sustainable water supply for our community. #WaterCollaboration #SustainableWater #LongTermResilience #StateWaterProject #SanBernardinoValley

Meet Karen Resendez, our dedicated HR and Risk Manager at San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District.  Karen compares our team to a major league baseball team, filled with high-performing talent from various agencies and specialties. Her work ensures that everyone at San Bernardino Valley has the resources they need—be it staff benefits or payroll—to perform their jobs effectively.  Karen’s commitment and expertise are invaluable, helping us achieve long-term water resilience and sustainability. #TeamMemberSpotlight #HRLeadership #WaterManagement #SustainableFuture #SanBernardinoValley