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WVWD Completes Lead and Copper Rule Revision (LCRR) Service Line Inventory with Zero Lead or Galvanized Service Lines Found
Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) is proud to announce the successful completion of its service line inventory, in full compliance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead and Copper Rule Revision (LCRR). This comprehensive review, which involved identifying and documenting service line materials throughout our service area, confirms that no lead or galvanized service…
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Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Now Available
Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) has published its annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) to inform the public about the quality of its drinking water for the year 2023. The report is available at walnutvalleywater.gov/your-water/your-drinking-water/water-quality/ Required by the California State Water Resources Control Board Division of Drinking Water and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),…
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WVWD Leverages Technology for Enhanced Customer Communication & Water Conservation
In a proactive effort to enhance customer communication and promote water conservation, Walnut Valley Water District announces the launch of a new text message alert system aimed at promptly notifying customers about potential water leaks on their properties. This initiative reflects the district’s commitment to supporting California’s statewide initiative to “Make Conservation a Way of…
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WVWD, RWD, and BSMWC Respond to State Water Board’s Latest Making Conservation a California Way of Life Regulation
Coalition Address Environmentalist Concerns Regarding Water Conservation Rules In response to the recent release of the California State Water Resources Control Board’s (State Water Board) updated Urban Water Use Objectives, Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD), Rowland Water District (RWD), and Bellflower-Somerset Mutual Water Company (BSMWC) issue this joint statement to address concerns and clarify their…
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Legislation to Ease Water Conservation Mandates Gains Regional Support
Local Water Agencies Join Forces to Back Senator Archuleta’s Bill (SB 1330), Offering Relief to California Residents In a significant move aimed at alleviating the financial strain on water suppliers and households, Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD), Rowland Water District (RWD), and Bellflower-Somerset Mutual Water Company have come together to co-sponsor a landmark bill, SB…
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WVWD Announces Transition in Leadership: Sheryl Shaw, P.E., Named as New General Manager
Walnut Valley Water District is pleased to announce a significant transition in leadership as Erik Hitchman, P.E., retires from his role as General Manager/Chief Engineer effective February 29, 2024. Following Erik’s retirement, Sheryl Shaw, P.E., the current Director of Engineering, will step into the role of General Manager on March 1, 2024. Erik Hitchman, a…
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WVWD Bids Farewell to Visionary General Manager
Best Wishes to Mr. Erik Hitchman, P.E. In His Retirement Walnut Valley Water District prepares to bid farewell to Erik Hitchman, P.E., a visionary leader and dedicated professional in the field of water management, as he retires from his role as General Manager/Chief Engineer. Erik’s retirement marks the conclusion of a distinguished three-decade career marked…
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Experience the Inner Workings of Your Local Water District with Walnut Valley Water District Facility Tours
Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) is pleased to announce a series of exclusive facility tours designed to offer our valued customers an inside look into the intricate operations of their local water district. These tours will be held on February 17th, February 21st, and February 24th, 2024, offering three opportunities for participants to gain invaluable…
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Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Project Set for Adoption
Last Updated Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Notification to Adopt The Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) is providing notification to our community members and other stakeholders as we prepare to adopt our Hazard Mitigation Plan (The Plan). The Plan will help all of us be more resilient against natural hazards. We completed the Initial Draft Plan…
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Money for High School Seniors!
The 2023-2024 Scholar Dollar Program is now accepting applications. The deadline to apply is Thursday, February 15th at 4:30 p.m. All applications must be submitted online at pwagcet.org/scholar-dollars/. This year’s essay topic/theme is “How will climate change impact droughts and water supplies in California? Describe something that water agencies, cities, counties, or the state could…