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We balance advocacy, community outreach, education, and science to promote stewardship of clean water and a healthy coastal ecosystem.
Select a program below to learn more about each element of our multi-pronged approach to protecting San Diego’s rivers, streams, and coastline.
San Diego Water Quality Map
Urban runoff following rains, sewage spills, and other factors commonly influence coastal water quality in San Diego County. Planning to head out to surf or swim today? Check the beach water quality map for current closures and advisories. In the meantime, we’re working hard to protect San Diego’s water quality so that these closures happen less and less frequently, because we believe clean water is a fundamental right shared by both humans and the environment.
Learn More About Water Issues in San Diego
From the latest in statewide conservation policy to in-depth looks at the relationship between water and energy, the Coastkeeper blog is full of useful, timely information for the curious mind.
Understanding Harmful Algal Blooms In California
San Diego Coastkeeper’s Dylan Berk explores the severe algal blooms in California in 2025. Why were harmful algae blooms in California so bad this year?
La Jolla Sea Lions: Protecting Wildlife During Pupping Season and Beyond
Learn how to protect the La Jolla sea lions, how domoic acid affects Sea Lions in La Jolla, and how to support groups like San Diego Coastkeeper for healthier marine habitats.
Tijuana River Sewage Crisis Funding Update 2025
The most important resource in the race to fix the Tijuana River Sewage Crisis is state and federal funding. Here’s where we’re at in 2025.
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