Systemwide SCADA Upgrade – Clearlake

Golden State Water Company is committed to responsibly maintaining local water infrastructure so we can continue providing customers with premium water service so they never have to think twice about the quality of their water. To fulfill this commitment, we are making proactive investments to upgrade water supply and delivery facilities, creating sustainable, long-term value for the communities we serve. These forward-looking investments help prevent the costly and sometimes dangerous impacts of deferred maintenance or aging infrastructure, while ensuring a resilient water system for the future. 

A key investment in Clearlake is the recent upgrade and replacement of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system across local plant sites. 

SCADA technology allows operators to remotely monitor and control critical system components such as pumps, valves, and storage facilities. Prior to this project, some plant sites operated without SCADA, requiring operators to travel onsite to manually adjust equipment. 

With the upgrade now substantially complete, all plant sites are fully operational under the new SCADA system. Operators can now: 

• Remotely monitor system performance in real time 
• Respond more quickly to power outages, leaks, or pressure changes 
• Make system adjustments without onsite visits 
• Improve overall efficiency and reliability 

When the project reaches substantial completion in 2027, the upgraded SCADA system will provide operators with greater flexibility to manage the system remotely and receive real-time alerts when issues occur, such as power outages, leaks or drops in pressure. As a result, customers will benefit from improved system resilience and continued access to safe, reliable water service now and for years to come.

At Golden State Water, we are committed to investing in smart, forward-looking solutions that provide peace of mind and dependable service every day.