Be a Water Hero

Use these interactive tools to discover how you can save water and money

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Is Your Toilet Secretly Wasting Water?

Take this quick test to find out if you have a leaky toilet

Step 1: Prepare for the Test

Remove the toilet tank lid and place it somewhere safe.

Toilet tank with lid removed

Step 2: Add Food Coloring

Add 5-10 drops of food coloring to the water in the tank. Don't flush!

Adding food coloring to toilet tank

Step 3: Wait 15-30 Minutes

Leave the toilet undisturbed for at least 15 minutes. Don't flush during this time!

Clock showing 15 minutes

Step 4: Check the Bowl

After waiting, look in the toilet bowl. Do you see colored water?

Water & Money Savings Calculator

See how much you could save by making simple changes

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Stockton's Water Quality Reports

View the latest data on our local water supply

Recent Contaminant Levels

Contaminant Level Detected EPA Limit Potential Effects
Arsenic 3 ppb 10 ppb Skin damage, circulatory problems
Lead 1.2 ppb 15 ppb Developmental issues in children
Nitrates 4.5 ppm 10 ppm Blue baby syndrome
Total Trihalomethanes 35 ppb 80 ppb Increased cancer risk

Water Sources for Stockton

Map of Stockton water sources

Primary Sources:

  • Delta Water (60%) - From Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta
  • Groundwater (30%) - Local wells and aquifers
  • Surface Water (10%) - Local rivers and reservoirs

Note: Percentages vary seasonally based on availability and drought conditions.

Stockton vs. California Averages

Water Quality Index

78/100
+5 better than state average

Water Cost per Gallon

$0.003
+0.0005 higher than state average

Daily Usage per Capita

85 gal
-10 better than state average

Water Conservation Game

Test your knowledge and learn water-saving tips

How to Play

Answer 5 questions about water conservation. For each correct answer, you'll save virtual water!

Stockton Water Resources Map

Explore local water sources, treatment plants, and conservation areas

Map Legend:

Rivers & Canals
Reservoirs
Treatment Plants
Conservation Areas

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Key Water Features in Stockton


Stockton Delta Water Supply

Source of drinking water for the region

Stockton Regional Wastewater Facility

Treats 30 million gallons of wastewater daily

Mokelumne River

Critical water source and wildlife habitat

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