We strive to restore and preserve Oakland's creeks, lakes and watershed to create a thriving urban ecosystem. We work with our community to reduce water use and keep harmful materials out of the environment. Oakland's watershed is comprised of 15 main creeks, over 30 tributaries, Lake Merritt and the Estuary. Click here to see a map of Oakland's creeks (click here for Spanish and here for Chinese map versions). These creeks and waterways provide numerous functions, both ecological and hydrological. In addition to their recreational and aesthetic benefits, creeks enhance biodiversity, provide habitat, recharge groundwater and reduce erosion. Because of these unique and precious resources, the City of Oakland has made the environmental protection of its creeks and waterways a priority.
Services
Resources
Creek Care and Stormwater Protection
Storm Drainage Design Standards
Green Streets and Raingardens
Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program
Interactive Oakland Creeks Map
Oakland Creeks Map Posters and Clean Watershed Education Resources
Clean Water Program Compliance (MRP reports)
Stormwater Related Organizations and Resources
City of Oakland Integrated Pest Management Policies and Resources
Projects
Measure DD (2002), the Oakland Trust for Clean Water and Safe Parks
Creek and Watershed Projects
Watershed Acquisition and Preservation Program
Storm Drainage Master Plan
Lake Merritt Water Quality Management Pilot Project
Federal Emergency Management Act Damage Reimbursement from 2022-2023 Winter Storms