What is RD 800?
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Reclamation District 800 is responsible for the operation and maintenance of nearly 19 miles of levees protecting 7,000 acres of agricultural, urban, commercial and industrial land in Byron Tract. [service area map]. Activities include:
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Providing flood protection for 3,600 properties Inspecting levees for areas that need improvements or repairs
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Evaluating levees to ensure they meet state and federal guidelines for a minimum of 100-year flood protection
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Supervising design and construction of levee improvements or repairs
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Providing residents with information about flood insurance and emergency preparedness
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Managing drainage and water circulation within Discovery Bay's lakes and lagoons
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Reviewing residential/commercial construction on and around levees and slopes
Property owners within the District’s service area pay a modest annual assessment for these services. They also elect a five-member Board of Trustees to manage the district’s approximately $1 million annual operating budget. The budget is funded through assessments, property taxes and reimbursements from the State of California.