Wonders of
our Water Works Tour - Group Reservations
The
San Jose/Santa Clara Water Pollution Control Plant plays a vital
role in protecting
and preserving San Francisco Bay and has received numerous environmental
awards during
its 50 years of service. It is one of the largest advanced treatment
plants in the nation and a marvel of engineering and technology.
The adjacent Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge
is the largest urban wildlife refuge in the U.S. and home to two
endangered species. Located along the Pacific Flyway, millions
of shorebirds and water fowl stop to refuel at the Refuge during
the
spring and fall migrations.
Tour Basics
Tours provided rain or shine!
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Tours are two hours long.
Plan your day to include more time at the refuge for independent exploration or a picnic! You can also contact the Refuge at (408) 262-5513 to make tour arrangements.
Available to adults and children over 10 years old.
Bathrooms are available at the beginning and end of each tour.
Group Reservation Requests
Use the form below to reqest
a special group tour. You will be contacted to schedule a date.
Learn More
Learn more about the Master
Plan for the Water Pollution Control Plant.
The
San Jose/Santa Clara Water Pollution Control Plant plays a vital
role in protecting
and preserving San Francisco Bay and has received numerous environmental
awards during
its 50 years of service. It is one of the largest advanced treatment
plants in the nation and a marvel of engineering and technology.
The adjacent Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge
is the largest urban wildlife refuge in the U.S. and home to two
endangered species. Located along the Pacific Flyway, millions
of shorebirds and water fowl stop to refuel at the Refuge during
the
spring and fall migrations.
Tour Basics