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We balance advocacy, community outreach, education, and science to promote stewardship of clean water and a healthy coastal ecosystem.
Select a program below to learn more about each element of our multi-pronged approach to protecting San Diego’s rivers, streams, and coastline.
San Diego Water Quality Map
Urban runoff following rains, sewage spills, and other factors commonly influence coastal water quality in San Diego County. Planning to head out to surf or swim today? Check the beach water quality map for current closures and advisories. In the meantime, we’re working hard to protect San Diego’s water quality so that these closures happen less and less frequently, because we believe clean water is a fundamental right shared by both humans and the environment.
Learn More About Water Issues in San Diego
From the latest in statewide conservation policy to in-depth looks at the relationship between water and energy, the Coastkeeper blog is full of useful, timely information for the curious mind.
Without Citizen Suits, Our Clean Water Protections Don’t Stand a Chance
Written by Courtney Brown, Staff Attorney Citizen suits are fundamental to our work as Waterkeepers. This legal tool allows ordinary citizens and non-profit groups to …
San Diego Ratepayers Deserved a Water Rate Review. LAFCO Voted to Stop It.
Most San Diego residents have never heard of LAFCO — but it’s one of the few bodies with the power to hold your water agency accountable. On May 4, 2026, it voted to stop doing exactly that.
Why Is Your Water Bill So High? The Story Behind San Diego’s Rising Rates
Written by Patrick McDonough, Senior Staff Attorney, and Courtney Brown, Staff Attorney San Diego is often held up as a model of water resilience. In …
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