Living through drought
SRP water expert Charlie Ester shares how we plan for drought. But, what is drought? Is it normal? Will Phoenix have enough water?
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Water
SRP brings in more than half the Valley’s water supply. We manage a series of rivers, dams, lakes, aquifers, storage facilities and over 131 miles of canals to bring raw water to cities, farms, schools and irrigation customers. Learn more about where your water comes and what we’re doing to plan for a sustainable future here.
The history of irrigation in Arizona
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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The Valley’s water supply
Water is a precious resource in Arizona, making it crucial to have a diverse water resource mix. This diversity provides flexibility in delivering water to customers, shareholders and municipalities. SRP’s water portfolio Our water portfolio consists of surface water stored in reservoirs and underground recharge facilities as well as groundwater pumped from wells, all of which contribute to a more secure water future for the
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Canal closures near you
If you live near a canal or pass one on your regular commute, you might be shocked to see all the water drained and the canal beds dry. This is only temporary! To ensure our canals provide a consistent flow of water to our customers and to prevent water loss, we perform annual maintenance during dry-ups. What happens during a canal dry-up? The first step
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The past, present and future of Theodore Roosevelt Dam
Learn about the history and timeline of Theodore Roosevelt Dam, the cornerstone of a water system that moves over half of the Valley’s water.
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The truth about SRP
Facts about SRP and where we’re headed for the future.
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Managing flood irrigation
These tips can help you conserve water and use flood irrigation more efficiently.
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Powering research on water resources and conservation
SRP is constantly planning for an assured, resilient water supply for the Valley. By learning how Arizona businesses use water, we’ve been able to identify millions of gallons in water savings. We’ve been working with local universities to conduct water conservation research and take the lead on sustainability and innovation in the Valley. SRP is currently sponsoring three different water conservation research projects. Here’s what
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Sharing our waterways for Canal Convergence
SRP is a proud partner of this award-winning annual event that combines water, art, light, fire and technology.
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ABCs of water safety
At SRP, we care about your safety around water. Please check out these tips to help you and your loved ones enjoy a safe summer.
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