Reclaim Water

 The second phase of the Reclaimed Water Delivery System is complete. The use of reclaimed water for turf irrigation has a beneficial impact on the Utility’s ability to meet potable water demands during peak use months. The Utility will continue to look for opportunities to expand the customer base of the reclaimed water system for turf irrigation such as the proposed Naranja Town Site. In addition, non-turf irrigation uses such as landscape irrigation, construction water, dust control, car washes, street cleaning and recreational uses may also be served with reclaimed water and help reduce demands on the groundwater aquifer. The recently completed La Canada Roadway Improvements Project and Phase 2 Reclaimed Pipeline Project used reclaimed water for construction, pipeline testing, and dust control purposes. Public Works is currently using reclaimed water for street cleaning and other approved maintenance purposes. This saves the Town both water and money.

Even with the use of reclaimed water, Oro Valley will remain dependent on groundwater for a portion of their water supply now and in the future. The Potable Water System Master Plan indicates the need to continue to add new wells and rehabilitate existing wells even with implementation and expansion of the reclaimed water system.