Santa Maria
Drought
Important Drought Notice:
Golden State Water Company’s Cypress Ridge and Nipomo customers are required to reduce water usage by 20% as compared to 2020.
System | Reduction goal | Actual reduction * |
---|---|---|
Cypress Ridge | 20% | -7% |
Nipomo | 20% | -8% |
*Actual reduction (compared to 2020 usage)
In order to achieve the mandatory reductions, the following Staged Mandatory Water Conservation and Rationing plan has been filed for the local water system.
Current Stage: Stage 2, effective September 19, 2021
Stage 1: Outdoor irrigation recommended no more than three days per week, before 8 AM or after 7 PM; even addresses on Sunday, Wednesday and Friday, odd addresses on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Stage 2: Outdoor irrigation limited to two days per week, before 8 AM or after 7 PM; even addresses on Sunday and Wednesday, odd addresses on Tuesday and Saturday; $2.50 emergency surcharge per CcF over allocation
Stage 3: Irrigation restrictions from Stage 2; $5 emergency surcharge per CcF over allocation
Stage 4: Irrigation restrictions from Stage 2; $7.50 emergency surcharge per CcF over allocation
Stage 5: Irrigation restrictions from Stage 2; $10 emergency surcharge per CcF over allocation
Stage 6: Irrigation restrictions from Stage 2; $15 emergency surcharge per CcF over allocation
Additional Resources
Rates
As a regulated utility, Golden State Water’s rates are determined by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) through a General Rate Case (GRC) to ensure customers receive a fair rate for reliable, quality water service.
- On July 15, 2020, Golden State Water filed a GRC application for the years 2022, 2023 and 2024. Learn more: 2022-24 GRC Fact Sheet
- Effective Sept. 27, 2019, an average residential customer in the Santa Maria Customer Service Area would see a monthly bill increase of $0.145 per 748 gallons (1 Ccf), or approximately 3.1 percent, during the 12-month amortization period.
- Effective June 8, 2019, an average residential customer in the Santa Maria Customer Service Area with a 5/8 x 3/4” meter using 14 Ccf per month would see a monthly bill increase of $5.17 from $56.16 to $61.33 compared to 2018 (excluding any applicable surcharges).
- On May 30, 2019, Golden State Water’s GRC was approved by the State of California to set water rates for 2019, 2020 and 2021 and authorize infrastructure investments for the local system. New rates were implemented effective June 8, 2019. Learn more here. (English| Spanish)
- On July 1, 2018, local water rates decreased by 4.27% to pass cost savings from the new lower federal corporate income tax requirement through to customers. Click here to learn more.
Learn More
- Rates - Residential
- Rates - Non-Residential
- Rates - Limited Metered Irrigation Service
- Rate Adjustment - Nipomo Supplemental Water Project
- 2022-24 GRC Fact Sheet
- Low Income Assistance
- System Map - Lake Marie
- System Map - Cypress Ridge
- System Map - Nipomo
- System Map - Orcutt
- System Map - Sisquoc
- System Map - Tanglewood
- Fire Protection - Public
- Fire Protection - Private
- Water-Use Restrictions - Nipomo
- Water-Use Restrictions - CPR
- Schedule 14.1
Capital Projects
More than $9.2 million in infrastructure improvements are planned for 2022 in the Santa Maria service area.
The 2022 investments include water supply enhancements, distribution and ongoing improvements designed to replace old meters, mains and safety equipment. Click here to learn more and access a list of projects planned for 2022.
Current & Upcoming Projects
This section is currently under construction. Please check regularly for the latest updates!
Recently Completed Projects
Lake Marie Reservoir Liner
Investment:
$260,000
Project Timeline:
November 2019 – Feb. 7, 2020
Construction crews worked to replace the existing liner in the Lake Marie reservoir.
This project will ensure Golden State Water can continue
providing reliable water service to local customers.
Alta Mesa Well
1710 Via Alta Mesa in Nipomo
Investment:
$820,000
Project Timeline:
Feb. 4, 2019 – Dec. 11, 2019
Working Hours:
TBD
Construction crews will work to install a water filtration system.
This project will ensure Golden State Water can continue
providing reliable water service to local customers.
Portable Generator & Generator
Connector
Systemwide
Investment:
$266,000
Project Timeline:
Sept. 18, 2018 – Feb. 29, 2020
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Construction crews will work to install and connect emergency generators throughout the system.
This project will ensure Golden State Water can continue
providing reliable water service to local customers during
site-specific power outages.
SCADA System
Cypress Ridge System
Investment:
$1 million
Project Timeline:
July 1, 2019 – Spring 2020
Construction crews will work to install a SCADA system, which will allow for systemwide automation.
This project will ensure Golden State Water can continue
providing reliable water service to local customers during
site-specific power outages.
Pinewood Plant
3599 Pinewood Road
Investment:
$2.6 million
Project Timeline:
Sept. 18, 2018 – Oct. 31, 2019
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Construct 238,000-gallon welded steel tank
- Construct booster station
This project will increase the water storage capacity for the Tanglewood System.
View the construction notice.
Oak Plant
210 Oak Street in Orcutt
Investment:
$330,000
Project Timeline:
April 12, 2019 – June 19, 2019
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Construction crews worked to upgrade the well.
This project will improve the distribution system and ensure
Golden State Water can continue providing reliable water service
to local customers.
Orcutt Hill Plant
Investment:
$.5 million
Project Timeline:
September 18, 2018 – September 16, 2019
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Construction crews worked to recoat the interior of the reservoir.
This project will extend the useful life of the reservoir and
ensure Golden State Water can continue providing reliable water
service to local customers.
Marcum Street
Marcum Street from Clark Avenue to the end
Investment:
$57,500
Project Timeline:
December 10, 2018 – January 9, 2019
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 165 feet of pipe
- Install three services
- Install a new flushout
This project will ensure Golden State Water can continue providing reliable water service to local customers.
View the construction notice.
Orcutt
Derrick Alley from Clark Avenue to Union Avenue.
Investment:
$216,000
Project Timeline:
November 5, 2018 – December 31, 2018
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 350 LF of pipeline
- Install one fire hydrant
- Install 14 services
This project improved the distribution system and ensured Golden State Water can continue providing reliable water service to local customers.
View the construction notice.
Orcutt Road
Orcutt Road between Shirley Lane to Lakeview Road and on Lakeview
Road to Marvin Street.
Investment:
$1.2 million
Project Timeline:
July 16, 2018 – September 30, 2018
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
- Install 4,300 ft. of pipeline
- Install 5 hydrants
- Install 12 services
This project improved the distribution system and ensured Golden State Water can continue providing reliable water service to local customers.
View the construction notice.
Mira Flores No. 1
280 Pabst Lane, Orcutt, CA
Project Timeline:
August 14, 2017 – January 3, 2018
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Construction crews worked to:
Remove and install a new roof for the Mira Flores No. 1
Reservoir
Click here to view the construction notice.
View the construction notice.