Historical beautification: The history and benefits of SRP irrigation
Why do some yards have irrigation while others don’t? To understand the answer to that question, we must go back over a century to the early 1900s.
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Salt River Project has helped shape the West since its founding in 1903 and our history is one of service to the residents of Arizona. Follow along as we share historical nuggets about the communities that we have served for more than 100 years.
A look back: Agua Fria Generating Station
Take a historical look back at SRP’s Agua Fria Generating Station and its evolution to serving as one of our most reliable, back up generation sources.
Art and history along the canals
Walk, run, bike and move across 131 miles of Greater Phoenix canals as you explore history and experience art and the desert’s water infrastructure.
History of SRP canals
Have you ever wondered about the canals that run through the Valley? Where did they come from? Why are they here? Who built them? Plus, a quiz!
A love story for the ages: How Arizona statehood and SRP go hand-in-hand
Arizona’s birthday is Feb 14th and we’re sharing how SRP helped pave the road to Arizona’s Statehood in 1912.
The past, present and future of Theodore Roosevelt Dam
110 years ago, President Theodore Roosevelt traversed the Apache Trail on his way to the Roosevelt Dam dedication. To celebrate, we put together this timeline of significant events.
SRP’s dam quiz celebrates the 110th anniversary of Theodore Roosevelt Dam dedication
It’s not every day you get to take a dam quiz.
Looking back at the founding of SRP’s Women’s Interest Network
At SRP, the Women’s Interest Network (WIN) Employee Resource Group (ERG) brings employees together to recognize the extraordinary efforts of women within the company and the community.
Arizona Falls: A historical place that powers the community
Arizona Falls is one of the Valley’s hidden gems. What is it exactly, and where is it? What’s its purpose?
Women in WWII: SRP employee Martha Ross
During Women’s History Month, we’re introducing you to another trailblazing lady, Martha Ross. She was the only female SRP employee to serve in WWII.