San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

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The San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SABGSA) is a public joint-powers authority in Santa Barbara County, California, responsible for sustainably managing groundwater in the San Antonio Creek Valley groundwater basin.

Solvang, California
sanantoniobasingsa.org

About San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

The San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SABGSA) is a public agency formed as a joint powers authority between the San Antonio Basin Water District and the Los Alamos Community Services District. Established in 2017, it is charged with implementing California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) within the San Antonio Creek Valley Groundwater Basin in western Santa Barbara County. The agency develops and administers groundwater sustainability plans, oversees monitoring programs, and sets rules related to well registration, metering, and reporting of groundwater extraction to ensure long‑term water supply reliability for agriculture, communities, and other basin users.

A charge labeled something like “PAY*SAN ANTONIO BA” is likely associated with SABGSA fees or assessments, such as groundwater extraction fees, well registration or verification charges, or costs related to compliance with metering and reporting ordinances. The agency’s programs require many well owners to install flow meters and to regularly report groundwater extraction, and fees may be processed through an online payment portal, which can result in slightly truncated or abbreviated merchant descriptors on credit or debit card statements. These are typically one‑off or periodic payments linked to regulatory compliance rather than consumer subscriptions.

If you have questions about this charge, the best approach is to verify it against recent SABGSA invoices, assessment notices, or well‑related correspondence you have received. Check your records for bills from the San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency that match the date and amount of the card transaction. You can also contact SABGSA directly via the phone number or email listed on their official website to confirm the payment, request a copy of the invoice, or clarify any billing discrepancies. If you still cannot recognize the transaction after checking with the agency, you should follow up with your card issuer to dispute the charge or request a card reissue if you suspect fraud.

Bank Statement Variations

2 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency.

  1. PAY SAN ANTONIO BA
  2. PAY*SAN ANTONIO BA

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from “PAY*SAN ANTONIO BA” on my card statement?

This descriptor likely refers to a payment made to the San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SABGSA) for groundwater‑related fees, such as well registration, metering compliance, or groundwater extraction charges. Compare the amount and date on your statement with any SABGSA invoices or assessment notices you’ve received to confirm.

What types of fees does the San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency typically charge?

SABGSA may charge fees related to groundwater extraction, well registration, well verification, and administrative costs tied to implementing metering and reporting requirements under its ordinances. The exact fee structure is usually outlined in agency resolutions and on official invoices sent to basin well owners or participating entities.

Is the San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency a subscription service that charges me monthly?

No. SABGSA is a public groundwater management agency, not a consumer subscription service. Charges are generally tied to specific regulatory obligations, such as periodic groundwater extraction fees, well registration, or compliance programs, and they occur when invoices come due rather than on a typical consumer subscription cycle.

How can I verify that a SABGSA charge is legitimate and see the underlying invoice?

Review your mail and email for recent SABGSA invoices or notices, and log any internal records for well registration, metering, or extraction reporting you’ve submitted. The charge amount and date should correspond to a specific invoice. If you need documentation, contact SABGSA directly using the phone number or email listed on sanantoniobasingsa.org and request a copy of the bill tied to your payment.

How do I dispute or request a correction for a San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency fee?

If you believe a fee was calculated incorrectly or applied in error, contact SABGSA’s administrative office as soon as possible, referencing your invoice number, well information, and the card transaction details. They can review your account, adjust billing if warranted, or explain how the fee was determined. If the agency confirms the charge is not theirs, then contact your card issuer to dispute it.

Can I cancel or stop future charges from SABGSA to my card?

Because SABGSA charges are generally tied to legal groundwater management requirements, you cannot “cancel” them like a streaming subscription. However, you can change how you pay (for example, paying by check instead of card) by coordinating directly with the agency. If you no longer own or operate a well in the basin, notify SABGSA so they can update their records and stop future assessments tied to your former property.

Why might the descriptor show “PAY*SAN ANTONIO BA” instead of the full agency name?

Payment processors and card networks often truncate merchant names due to character limits. In this case, the processor label (such as “PAY*”) plus an abbreviated form of “San Antonio Basin” can appear as “PAY*SAN ANTONIO BA.” Although shortened, it still refers to the San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency as the underlying merchant.

How can I contact the San Antonio Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency about a card payment?

Visit sanantoniobasingsa.org and use the contact information provided—typically a mailing address in Solvang, CA, a main telephone number, and an administrative email address—to reach the agency. Have your invoice, parcel or well information, and card transaction details ready so staff can quickly locate your account and respond to billing questions.

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