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Flood Protection for Western Alameda County

Safeguarding people, property, and the environment

Map showing Oakland and Alameda creeks and waterways including Temescal Creek and Arroyo Viejo.

Watershed Maps

There are many different watersheds throughout Alameda County that overlap within cities and subregions. In order to make these watersheds easy to find and understand, The Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District created full-featured, interactive maps of every watershed in the county.

New housing development with engineered creek bed and landscaping.

Hydrology & Hydraulics Manual

The Alameda County Hydrology & Hydraulics Manual defines current practice in the hydrologic and hydraulic design of all District flood control facilities. Download the manual and accompanying GIS data here.

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Projects in Your Area

To help plan and deliver flood control and protection, Alameda County is divided into zones that generally follow major watershed boundaries. Explore an interactive map to learn more about flood control efforts and environmental restoration projects in your neighborhood.

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Contract With Us

The District works with a wide range of consultants and contractors. View current Requests for Proposals (RFPs), learn about the Small, Local and Emerging Business (SLEB) Program, and sign up to receive notifications about new business opportunities

Alameda County Flood Control annual report cover: creek, erosion, text "Protecting Communities, Preserving Trust".

Annual Reports

Each year, the District publishes a report containing a comprehensive look at its work across Western Alameda County, including key project accomplishments, new initiatives, and a summary of how public funds were spent.

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Family Flood Plan

While flooding is rare in Alameda County, being prepared is your best defense. Explore practical tips and resources to help your family stay safe if the unexpected happens

Notices

Revenue Enhancement: Investing in Community Resilience

Revenue Enhancement: Investing in Community Resilience Notices of Public Hearing on Proposed Benefit Assessment Increase in Zones 2, 4, and 9 Posted April 30, 2025 To enable the District to make critical repairs and upgrades, property owners in Zones 2, 4, and 9 will have the chance to vote on the proposed benefit assessments. The money […]

Benefit Assessment

Investing in Community Safety

In spring 2025, property owners in Zones 2, 4, and 9 had the chance to vote on a benefit assessment increase to enable the District to make critical repairs and upgrades.