The District

Heceta Water District was organized in 1966 to provide potable water to residents immediately north of Florence. After considering several water supplies, Clear Lake was chosen as the most desirable water source in 1967. The first permit to withdraw water from Clear Lake was obtained in 1968, and the District started delivering water in 1969.

The District draws all of its domestic drinking water from Clear Lake. The district boundaries encompass about 15 square miles. We serve approximately 2,000 homes within the district, and at times in the past, have provided domestic water for the City of Florence (which serves almost 7,500 people).

The District is governed by a Board of five district area residents. The daily affairs of the District are managed by the District Manager.