Latest Updates
Desert Water Agency welcomes Victoria Llort
Desert Water Agency is pleased to announce Victoria Llort as its new Director of Public Affairs and Conservation. Llort started on April 22, 2024, and will oversee public awareness, conservation, legislative and community involvement programs. “Victoria is well-versed...
Earth Day Water-Wise Tips to Protect the Planet
One of the best ways to ensure a healthy planet is to save water! It is a precious and limited resource that should be protected and preserved. At Desert Water Agency we work hard to be good stewards and make sure water use in the desert is sustainable. Celebrate...
Pipeline Replacement near N. Sunrise Way, E. Amado Rd., E. Tahquitz Canyon Way & N. Sunset Way
Project update August 28, 2024: Pipeline replacement in the area of N. Sunrise Way, E. Amado Rd., E. Tahquitz Canyon Way and N. Sunset Way is completed and paved. Residents should not expect any more traffic control or major work in the area. There could be instances...
S. Broadmoor Drive & E. Waverly Drive Pipeline Replacement
Desert Water Agency is replacing several aging water pipelines throughout our system to help improve water reliability, decrease repair costs and reduce water loss. Installation of new pipeline on S. Broadmoor Dr. and E. Waverly Dr. began the week of April 8, 2024,...
Fix a Leak Week: Tips to Repair Drips
Finding and fixing leaks can add up to big savings! Desert Water Agency surveys its distribution system for leaks to reduce water loss, but customers play a vital role in helping increase water efficiency. Household leaks can waste almost 1 trillion gallons of water a...
E. Sunny Dunes Road & Calle Santa Cruz Pipeline Replacement
Desert Water Agency is replacing several aging water pipelines throughout our system to help improve water reliability, decrease repair costs and reduce water loss. Installation of new pipeline in your neighborhood began in March and is now finished, pending a final...
Ramon Road Frontage Pipeline Replacement
Update August 28, 2024: Pipeline replacement on the Ramon Road frontage road (not main Ramon Road) east of Compadre Road, and along Compadre Road between Ramon Road and E. Via Vaquero Road is complete. Residents/businesses should not expect any more traffic control or...
National Groundwater Awareness Week
The groundwater beneath our feet makes up about 99 percent of the Coachella Valley’s domestic water supply. This benefits all valley residents, including Desert Water Agency customers. At DWA, our team works diligently to protect this important resource, today and for...
DWA Leak Detection Survey starts Feb. 26
Desert Water Agency plans to perform a leak detection survey in several areas throughout our water distribution system starting Feb. 26. (Please see attached maps below for information.) We have contracted with E Source to conduct this survey scheduled to last about...
Desert Water Agency General Manager Mark Krause Retires
After 29 years at Desert Water Agency – the last eight as General Manager and Chief Engineer – Mark Krause will retire on Feb. 22, 2024. Steve Johnson, current Assistant General Manager, will replace Krause upon his retirement. “It has been a privilege to serve the...