AMWUA Blog
Drinking Water Week: A Time to Celebrate Safe Water
The safety and security of Arizona’s water supplies is always a top priority for the ten AMWUA cities. Each AMWUA municipality is committed to ensuring you have water service every day of every year regardless of the situation....
Apr 27 2020
We Must all Flush Responsibly
As we all spend more time at home, our residential sewer systems are seeing more action than usual. More traffic in sewer pipes can mean traffic jams and back-ups. ...
Apr 20 2020
Study Projects Colorado River System Levels for Next two Years
Above-average snowfall in the Rockies combined with the effect of the ...
Apr 13 2020
Arizona Water Professionals: Dedicated to Protecting, Managing and Delivering an Essential Service
Arizona residents certainly know the value of water. Yet it is easy to forget the complex process and the extensive team of people it takes to get safe and secure water to our tap. And the important role all water professionals play has never been more evident than it is now....
Apr 06 2020
The Importance of Being Water Aware
We use water every single day, and that is why it’s important to realize that those daily choices affect our future....
Mar 30 2020
Proper Planning Will Transform Your Yard and Create a Perfect Landscape
Spring has sprung which means it is the perfect time to do some planning in your yard. It’s also a great way to get out of the house and enjoy some fresh air while actively participating in social distancing....
Mar 23 2020
Cities Dedicated to Continued Delivery of Safe and Secure Water
The safety and security of Arizona’s water supplies is a top priority for the ten AMWUA cities. Each AMWUA municipality is committed to ensuring you have water service every day of every year. Sometimes situations arise, such as the current global effort to suppress the coronavirus, and with that come questions about water. First and foremost, it’s important to note that your local water provider ...
Mar 16 2020
Fix a Leak This Week and Every Week
The most important action you can take as a residential water consumer is to maintain a water-efficient home. By doing so you minimize water use, conserve energy and reduce your water and sewer costs. When it comes to saving water, even small steps can have a big impact, but sometimes it’s hard to know exactly where to start....
Mar 09 2020
Valuing the World's Most Extracted Natural Resource
Life as we know it would be impossible without groundwater. It is the world's most extracted natural resource, and it supports our ecosystems, which is why we can never take groundwater for granted. National Groundwater Awareness Week (March 8-14) is the perfect time to elevate the importance of groundwater, not only around the world and across the United States, but right here at home in Arizona....
Mar 02 2020
Canals Connect Communities with Water and Recreation
The miles and miles of canals that run throughout our Valley are a constant reminder of the significant role they play in our ability to thrive in the desert. While the primary purpose of this vast infrastructure is transporting and delivering water, many areas surrounding the canals also offer some scenic recreational opportunities for residents to walk, run and bike. In addition, they connect co...