Fountain Hills Water Update:

Fountain Hills Water Update: Planning for Our Community's Future

Key Takeaways from the Town of Fountain Hills Community Water Presentation

Water continues to be one of the most talked-about topics across Arizona, and it's understandable that many Fountain Hills residents have questions about what Colorado River shortages mean for our community and what the future holds.

The Town of Fountain Hills recently hosted an informative community presentation featuring representatives from EPCOR and the Central Arizona Project (CAP) to discuss our local water supply, long-term planning, and what residents can expect in the years ahead.

For those who may not be familiar with EPCOR, it is the largest non-municipal provider of water in the state of Arizona. A private utility company that provides drinking water to homes and businesses throughout Fountain Hills. In addition to delivering clean, reliable water every day, EPCOR is responsible for managing and planning our community's long-term water resources.

The overall message from the presentation was one of preparation. While Arizona continues to face challenges with Colorado River supplies, Fountain Hills has been planning for these changes for many years.

Fountain Hills Has an Assured Water Supply

One of the key takeaways from the presentation is that Fountain Hills continues to hold a Designation of Assured Water Supply. This designation means our community has demonstrated a long-term, reliable water supply to meet current and future needs under Arizona's water management requirements.

Rather than relying on a single water source, Fountain Hills benefits from a diversified water portfolio that includes:

• Central Arizona Project (CAP) water
• Groundwater resources
• Long-term water storage credits

This balanced approach helps provide flexibility as Arizona continues to adapt to changing conditions along the Colorado River.

Fountain Hills Water at a Glance

During the presentation, EPCOR shared several key statistics about our community's water resources:

• 2025 Water Demand: 6,321 acre-feet
• CAP Allocation: 8,909 acre-feet per year
• Groundwater Available: 8,695 acre-feet per year
• Long-Term Storage Credits: 16,520 acre-feet (as of 2023)

These numbers demonstrate the planning and resources that have been developed to support Fountain Hills today and into the future.

Planning for a 14% Reduction in CAP Water

One of the most important topics discussed during the presentation was the anticipated 14% reduction in Fountain Hills' Central Arizona Project (CAP) water allocation.

While that number may sound concerning at first, representatives from EPCOR explained that this reduction has been anticipated and incorporated into their long-term planning. Over the years, EPCOR has built a diversified water portfolio, maintained groundwater resources, and accumulated long-term water storage credits to help manage changes in CAP supplies.

The key takeaway was reassuring: this isn't a surprise—it's something our community has been preparing for.

Could Water Rates Change?

Another question discussed during the meeting was the potential impact on water costs.

As EPCOR continues investing in infrastructure and long-term water reliability, future water rates could be affected. At this time, any potential increase in water costs has not yet been determined. Yet, future rate adjustments are expected.

Learn More

If you were unable to attend the presentation, the Town of Fountain Hills has made the meeting available online. It provides an excellent overview of our community's water resources, explains how EPCOR and CAP work together to manage our water supply, and includes a question-and-answer session at the end that addresses many of the questions residents have about Arizona's water future.

We encourage every Fountain Hills homeowner to take a few minutes to watch the presentation and hear directly from the experts.

Watch the presentation here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAWPcV9JmVM