Reclamation District No. 784

🍂 Fall Operations Update

As we ease into the fall season, RD784 field operations continue with a variety of maintenance tasks as we prepare for the upcoming flood season. From September through October, keep an eye out for sheep and goats grazing along the levees as part of our vegetation management program.

✅ Current Maintenance Activities Include:

• Rodent control measures
• Trimming low-hanging tree branches
• Minor structure repairs
• Controlled brush pile burning (as conditions allow)

These efforts help us prepare for the Department of Water Resources (DWR) Fall Levee Inspection and ensure our infrastructure is winter-ready.

🔧 Stormwater Pump Station Servicing

Our teams are currently servicing all stormwater pump stations to ensure reliability during the wet season. This includes:

• Oil changes in pumps
• Servicing backup diesel generators
• Inspecting all electrical components and connectors

🙋‍♂️ Interested in Volunteering?

We maintain a registered volunteer program to ensure we have trained community members ready to assist during high water events.

Benefits:

• Training provided
• Pre-registered for rapid deployment if needed

📞 To learn more or request a volunteer registration form, contact our office at (530) 742-0520, or come see            us at the Yuba County Be Prepared Fair on October 8th from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information,                   visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1286876729890329/

🚶‍♀️ Levee Access & Recreation Guidelines

We welcome non-motorized recreation on RD784 urban levees and internal drainage systems—walking, jogging, and biking are all permitted!

Please Note:

🚫 No trespassing on private property
🚫 No camping
🚫 No horseback riding
🚫 No hunting
🚫 No unauthorized motor vehicles

🔍 If you observe any unauthorized vehicles, vandalism, or suspicious activity, report it immediately to the Yuba County Sheriff's Department at (530) 749-7777.

🌧 Stay Prepared – River & Weather Updates

For real-time weather and river forecasts, contact the Yuba County Office of Emergency Services or visit:

https://www.yuba.org/emergency/

https://www.facebook.com/YubaCountyOES

Thank you for reading and stay safe!

Patrick Meagher, General Manager

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Canals and Ditches – Keep Our Waterways Clear

Reclamation District 784 (RD784) maintains over 60 miles of canals, ditches, and drainage basins that move stormwater to pumping stations. From there, water is discharged into nearby rivers and out of the District.

Illegal dumping of garbage or debris into these waterways can cause blockages and lead to localized flooding.

If you see anyone dumping into ditches or canals, report it immediately to the Yuba County Sheriff’s Office at 530-749-7777.

Public Levee Access – Know Before You Go

Please note:

• Not all levees are open to the public. Many are located on private property.
• RD784 staff may access these levees only through State of California easement rights for maintenance purposes.
• RD784 cannot grant public access to private property.

A list of levees open to public pedestrian access is included in the attachment below.

Unauthorized motor vehicles are strictly prohibited on all levees.