Casa Grande City Council reviewed a draft effluent allocation strategy on March 16 that would divide treated wastewater 40/40/20 among industry, housing, and a strategic reserve.
Arizona Water Company became the first utility in over 20 years to earn a 100-year assured water supply designation in Pinal County, clearing the way for 80,000 new homes.
Casa Grande council backed recharge and a reserve in its effluent allocation strategy at a February 17 study session. A draft strategy document is expected within weeks.
Casa Grande council approves effluent negotiations with the Cactus Mine. The copper project would use up to 1,300 acre-feet of treated wastewater annually.
Town of Florence sent drinking water lead notices on Dec. 17, 2025. Residents with unconfirmed pipe materials receive health guidance and testing options.
The Town of Florence issued a water quality notice after Backup Well #4 tested at 13.6 mg/L nitrate, exceeding the 10 mg/L standard, though the isolated well was not supplying the system
State groundwater restrictions limit new housing to areas with secured water supplies. A builders' representative explained how this affects San Tan Valley.
Casa Grande council discussed treated wastewater allocation at December 15 study session. City processes 6,301 acre-feet annually with 1,352 going uncredited.
San Tan Valley council heard water presentations from Queen Creek and EPCOR. Both providers outlined rates, infrastructure investments, and long-term supply strategies.
Casa Grande is proposing new pass-through fees for delinquent wastewater customers to recover the direct costs charged by Arizona Water Company for disconnection and reconnection services.
Casa Grande City Council approved a $900,000 partnership with Pinal County to investigate flooding hazards along the Santa Cruz Wash between Bianco and Peart roads.
Learn about Arizona's water history and systems at Apache Junction's three-part workshop series this November with experts from ADWR, CAP, and Salt River Project.
Casa Grande has issued a Notice of Intention to add new wastewater disconnection fees for delinquent customers, starting a 60-day public review process. The City Council will hold a December 15 hearing before deciding whether to adopt the proposed pass-through charges.
The Casa Grande City Council approved Resolution 5820, authorizing a new agreement with Arizona Water Company to disconnect water service for customers who fail to pay sewer bills. The plan aims to address $2.2 million in uncollected revenue but will require wastewater rate increases and regulatory approval before implementation.
Apache Junction has acquired 76.5 acres of State Trust land for the Weekes Wash Regional Multi-Use Detention Facility, a major flood control project protecting over 4,000 properties. Funded in part by the largest FEMA grant ever awarded in Arizona, the project aims to reduce flood risk, lower insurance costs, and enhance long-term community resilience.
Explore the contentious debate over designating the Willcox Groundwater Basin as an Active Management Area (AMA). Learn about the factors contributing to the declining water levels and the proposed solutions.