Reclamation District No. 784

Fall/Winter Operations Update

RD784 field operations are ongoing across the District, with crews performing a range of maintenance tasks. At this time of year, the mix of clear and rainy days influences which activities can be completed on any given day.
 

Current Maintenance Activities Include:

• Animal burrow control along the levees
• Trimming of low-hanging tree branches
• Minor structure repairs, including levee gates
• Controlled brush pile burning (as conditions allow)
• Pre- and post-storm maintenance, including vegetation abatement, removal of obstructions from drainage laterals, and regular inspections of all stormwater pump stations

These efforts help ensure the District remains well-prepared throughout the 2025–2026 flood season.

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 send an email to Kim@rd784.org.

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.