Economic development and growth are essential for raising the standard of living in El Dorado County. To encourage local growth, El Dorado County created Elevate to El Dorado for potential investors to review opportunities in our region. Elevate to El Dorado outlines strategic advantages, site selection, and demographics that help considerably in the business decision making process. Local partners and other business-related organizations in our region are also provided, to show that El Dorado County supports business. To augment this sentiment, reports and studies are available, and a Custom Demographic Report can be requested to detail specific public data that defines a competitive advantage of doing business in El Dorado County.

“The business of America is business!” – Calvin Coolidge (30th U.S. President)

Contact Elevate to El Dorado for more information

The El Dorado Water Agency (EDWA) was created in 1959 to ensure that residents of El Dorado County have adequate water. The EDWA maintains water systems to store, conserve, reclaim, appropriate, and import water. The agency also works with other federal, state and local agencies to prevent interference or contamination of water sources, as well as performing studies or investigations, and water sales transactions. EDWA provides a project map, newsroom and resources for residents to monitor agency activities. Residents are encouraged to contact EDWA or sign-up for the newsletter.

Supervisor Turnboo is an active member of EDWA.

Learn more about the El Dorado Water Agency

El Dorado County is one of the most beautiful regions in the Golden State. Have you captured timeless moments in a photo, from our county? Share your wonderful experiences living in El Dorado County by submitting a photo to the El Dorado County Photo Library. View photos taken by others, or find a specific photo, and expand your horizons by seeing more of our region. There is even a gallery dedicated to cemetery photos.

All photo submissions must meet the county photo policy.

Learn more about the El Dorado County Photo Library

The weather and landscape of El Dorado County presents many natural obstacles for the Department of Transportation (DOT) to overcome as they continue their work throughout the year. DOT helps local residents navigate their work zones with Road Work Alerts. Previous work can be reviewed with DOTatWORK, while current and upcoming projects are listed by the DOT Engineering Unit, with long term projects listed in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Traffic Advisory Committee (TAC) helps DOT focus efforts for the Traffic Impact Fee (TIF) Program and with Transportation Planning. To report a road maintenance issue, contact DOT directly at (530) 642-4909 or by email at road.maintenance@edcgov.us. When reporting a road maintenance repair issue, please include the location, description of the issue, and contact information so DOT can reach out for more details.

County job opportunities are available with DOT!

Learn more from the Department of Transportation (DOT)

Emergencies can happen when we least expect it and are least prepared. El Dorado County provides several emergency services to help local residents when they need it most. Emergency services range from medical response to road maintenance related issues. The county works with local departments and agencies to provide the highest possible response to emergencies. Please notify the respective services when you witness an emergency.

Emergency Services

For immediate medical emergencies, call 911.

Emergency Medical Services: (530) 521-6500

Emergency Law Enforcement: (530) 626-4911

Emergency Preparedness and Response: (530) 621-7560

Emergency Road Maintenance Related Issues: (530) 642-4909

Crisis Information

Live Violence Free: (530) 544-4444

West Slope Crisis Hotline: (530) 622-3345

South Lake Tahoe Crisis Hotline: (530) 544-2219

The Center for Violence Free Relationships:

(530) 626-1131 or (916) 939-6616

Learn more about El Dorado County Emergency Services