Placer County Water Agency

06/05/2026

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06/05/2026

Investing in education, workforce development, and career pathways helps build stronger communities—and we're proud to support that effort.

As a sponsor of the Sierra Workforce Summit at Sierra College, PCWA joined educators, employers, students, and community leaders to discuss the future of work. This year’s conversations focused on AI, evolving workforce needs, and practical solutions to help prepare students and workers for future opportunities.

As a community-owned utility, PCWA depends on a skilled workforce to deliver reliable water service and hydropower energy. We appreciated the opportunity to support conversations that strengthen education, workforce development, and career pathways throughout our region.

06/04/2026

The newly renovated French Meadows Campground is now open!

If you’re looking for a quiet getaway in Placer County with spectacular views—and a new potable water system—this campground won’t disappoint.

To make campground reservations, visit recreation.gov.

06/04/2026

Renewal & Replacement Dollars at Work!
Progress continues on the new Colfax Water Treatment Plant, a major infrastructure investment that will improve water reliability in the foothill region.

The project will replace an aging 1.2 MGD treatment plant with a new 2 MGD facility, expandable to 3 MGD. Once complete, the new plant will increase treatment and storage capacity, improve reliability, and support future regional water system consolidations.

If you've ever wondered what the Renewal & Replacement charge on your water bill helps fund, projects like this are one part of the answer. These investments help PCWA maintain, upgrade, and replace critical water infrastructure to provide reliable service in your community, today and into the future.

PCWA is also leveraging funding assistance through the State Water Resources Control Board's Drinking Water State Revolving Fund to help deliver this important project.

Reliable water starts with reliable infrastructure.

06/04/2026

Summer is here—is your irrigation system ready? PCWA offers rebates for sprinkler system upgrades, weather-based irrigation controllers, and replacing thirsty turf with beautiful, low-water, fire-smart landscaping. Explore all the ways PCWA can help you save water and money this summer at pcwa.net.

06/01/2026

REMINDER: A public meeting will be held at the Auburn City Hall tonight at 6:00 p.m. for the upcoming water main replacement project along Fulweiler Avenue, crossing Highway 49, and along Garfield Street, near the intersection by Staples and Grocery Outlet. The meeting will cover project details and efforts to reduce impacts. Meeting details in the post below.

🚧 Heads Up, Auburn! Upcoming Water Infrastructure Project & Public Meeting

PCWA will begin a major water main replacement project on a portion of Fulweiler Avenue, crossing Highway 49, and along a portion of Garfield Street starting in fall 2026 through spring 2027.

Nearby community members are encouraged to attend to learn more about the project, anticipated impacts, and construction timeline.

📍 Public Meeting Details
🗓 Monday, June 1
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📌 Auburn City Hall – Auburn City Council Meeting

This project will help improve long-term water system reliability and replace aging infrastructure in the area.

Construction is expected to impact traffic, including possible lane shifts, delays, and detours for residents, businesses, and travelers using Highway 49 and surrounding streets.

Thank you for your patience as we continue investing in reliable water infrastructure for the Auburn community.

📍 See map for construction locations and phases
🔗 Information will be posted at: pcwa.net/about-pcwa/projects

05/29/2026

Recreation at French Meadows Reservoir just keeps getting better and better! We recently planted 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout, making this mountain destination an even better spot to cast a line. If camping, hiking, off-roading, or picnicking doesn’t get you up here, the fishing just might do the trick.

This the first of 2 anticipated stocking this summer.

Find great ways to enjoy everything the Middle Fork Project has to offer at MiddleForkFun.com.

05/29/2026

🚧 Heads Up, Auburn! Upcoming Water Infrastructure Project & Public Meeting

PCWA will begin a major water main replacement project on a portion of Fulweiler Avenue, crossing Highway 49, and along a portion of Garfield Street starting in fall 2026 through spring 2027.

Nearby community members are encouraged to attend to learn more about the project, anticipated impacts, and construction timeline.

📍 Public Meeting Details
🗓 Monday, June 1
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📌 Auburn City Hall – Auburn City Council Meeting

This project will help improve long-term water system reliability and replace aging infrastructure in the area.

Construction is expected to impact traffic, including possible lane shifts, delays, and detours for residents, businesses, and travelers using Highway 49 and surrounding streets.

Thank you for your patience as we continue investing in reliable water infrastructure for the Auburn community.

📍 See map for construction locations and phases
🔗 Information will be posted at: pcwa.net/about-pcwa/projects

05/28/2026

It is always a great time when we are able to come together as a team to give back to the community and those we serve.

Thank you to everyone who came to pick up mulch. How did you use the mulch in your yard? Send us a photo so we can show our team what their efforts are helping create in Placer County!

And thank you to all those that helped make Mulch Mayhem 2026 a big success!

Special thanks to:
Regional Water Authority
San Juan Water District

05/27/2026

On May 20, PCWA joined fellow Mountain Counties Water Resources Association (MCWRA) members, elected officials, General Managers, and regional water leaders in Sacramento for MCWRA’s 2026 Legislative Advocacy Day to bring the voice of Sierra Nevada headwaters communities directly to policymakers.

Discussions focused on key issues impacting our region, including water affordability, aging infrastructure, wildfire resilience, and practical policies that recognize the unique realities facing rural and mountain communities.

Why does this matter locally? More than 60% of California’s developed water supply originates in the Sierra Nevada headwaters — including water delivered to Placer County communities and agriculture. As part of the Sierra headwaters community, PCWA works alongside regional leaders to help ensure mountain communities continue to have a strong voice in shaping California’s water future.