Arizona's Water Problem

Current Arizona Water Challenges

98% of Phoenix's water supply relies heavily on surface water sources, the (Salt, Verde, and Colorado rivers combined), while only 2% groundwater in the current supply.

  • 52% comes from the Salt and Verde rivers
  • 38% comes from the Colorado River
  • 8% is reclaimed water
  • Only 2% comes from groundwater.

More Educational Information

Current Arizona Water Challenges
Surface Water vs. Groundwater
Sources in Arizona
Primary Sources of Water in Arizona
‍Water Quality Considerations
for Surface Water Quality
Role of Surface and Groundwater
in Phoenix, Arizona
Regulatory and Management Framework