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Our Mission

Utica Water and Power Authority is committed to preserving and protecting the water in the Sierra Foothills for the communities in east Calaveras County

Board of Directors

UWPA is governed by a five-member Board that meets monthly. Follow the link below to view agendas, packets and minutes.

Projects

Maintaining hydroelectric power plants and a water conveyance system dating back to the mid-1800s is not easy, but the UWPA team is up to the task!

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Take a look at why so many people love to call Calaveras County home.

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COVID-19 Precautions

Due to COVID-19, Utica is taking precautions at our office to keep our staff and the general public safe. While our front office is open, all visitors must wear masks when coming into the building. Additionally, the public is asked to attend Board meetings remotely via video call or phone. Instructions to join meetings are posted on Utica’s monthly Board meeting agendas, see here.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

Stephens Tower

Flume 15 construction during maintenance outage in 2020.

Recent News

Calaveras Conserves Water Conservation Partnership Severe Drought and Water Conservation Update

SAN ANDREAS, CA., August 2, 2022 – Calaveras Conserves is reminding all Calaveras County residents that we are still experiencing a severe drought. We are encouraging all residents to use

August 2, 2022

Hunter Reservoir Fuel Reduction Map

Utica Receives $1.2 Million Grant for Hunter Reservoir Fuels Reduction Project

In June 2022, the Utica Water and Power Authority (Utica) was awarded $1.2 million in 100% grant funding from Cal Fire’s California Climate Investments Wildfire Prevention Grants Program for the

July 8, 2022

Drought and Water Conservation Update

The first three months of 2022 have been the driest on record for this time of year, and the drought now persists into its third year. Although it is early

April 15, 2022

Board of Directors

The UWPA Board of Directors meets monthly to conduct Authority business.

Board Meeting Materials

View UWPA Board agendas, packets and minutes here.

Our Team

A team of 10 keeps the historic hydropower plants and conveyance system running smoothly.

Contact

Please contact UWPA with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Utica staff rebuilt a wildlife crossing today and spotted some nice bucks while in the field.

Utica staff rebuilt a wildlife crossing today and spotted some nice bucks while in the field.

In June, Utica was awarded $1.2 million in grant funding from Cal Fire to clear 200+ acres around our critical facilities in Avery. Learn more here: https://www.uticawater.com/utica-receives-1-2-milli…

In June, Utica was awarded $1.2 million in grant funding from Cal Fire to clear 200+ acres around our critical facilities in Avery. Learn more here: https://www.uticawater.com/utica-receives-1-2-milli…

New walkboards installed on Flume 13 this week.

New walkboards installed on Flume 13 this week.

Magical spot on Murphys Creek just downstream of the park.

Magical spot on Murphys Creek just downstream of the park.

Utica conducted it’s annual noxious weed survey along its conveyance system this week. Per Utica’s FERC license, noxious weeds are identified, monitored, and controlled.

Utica conducted it’s annual noxious weed survey along its conveyance system this week. Per Utica’s FERC license, noxious weeds are identified, monitored, and controlled.

Wonderful seeing our community gather around the creek at Murphys Park - a creek that would be dry without Utica’s water conveyance system that brings water from the Stanislaus River to our community.

Wonderful seeing our community gather around the creek at Murphys Park - a creek that would be dry without Utica’s water conveyance system that brings water from the Stanislaus River to our community.

If you’re at the fair this weekend, swing by our booth! We partnered with UPUD and City of Angels to put together an educational display to help the community understand where its water comes from.

If you’re at the fair this weekend, swing by our booth! We partnered with UPUD and City of Angels to put together an educational display to help the community understand where its water comes from.

This week, Utica’s five largest dams were inspected by the CA Division of Safety of Dams. Thanks to the maintenance efforts of our dedicated team, the dams were found to be in good condition.

This week, Utica’s five largest dams were inspected by the CA Division of Safety of Dams. Thanks to the maintenance efforts of our dedicated team, the dams were found to be in good condition.

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