This powerpoint presentation outlines an effort by the Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD) to establish an asset management (AM) program. The greatest challenge in doing so was to develop a district-wide AM culture. The presentation provides background information on how SCVWD developed a comprehensive program to optimize maintenance over equipment lifecycle and outlines topics that include: AM program structure; using condition assessment; initial successes; difficulties encountered; developing an AM culture; apply resources in FY08; improving decision-making; and, managing district assets to minimize risk and provide reliability. Includes tables,.