A Message to Avondale Water Customers


The City of Avondale is pleased to present the 2023 Annual Water Quality Report. The report is mandated by federal and state require- ments to inform customers where their water comes from, the results of continuous testing, and how results compare with federal standards.


DROUGHT STAGE ONE REMINDER: The City of Avondale has planned and invested in robust and resilient water supplies, infrastructure and processes so that we can deliver you water every day of the year. Water is critical to public health, our quality of life, the desert environment and our economy. As part of the Drought Preparedness Plan, the City of Avondale has continued to be in a Drought Stage 1 in response to drought conditions related to the Colorado River.


The City receives a portion of its water allocation from the Colorado River which has been experiencing drought conditions of historic proportions. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation announced a Tier 1 shortage for Colorado River operations for 2024. The shortage of Colorado River water continues, and future reductions in this supply are likely. While only about one-third of Avondale’s water comes from the Colorado River, any reduction would impact long- term water supplies for the City. Avondale maintains a robust water portfolio that includes other water sources, for example from the Salt and Verde Rivers, to help mitigate the impacts of a short-term reduction, but is also preparing for long-term shortages. A City Drought Stage 1 Declaration does not mean that Avondale residents are or will be experiencing any mandatory water reductions or shortage at the tap. However, during Drought Stage 1 the City will continue taking more direct action to reduce water consumption that include reducing irrigation of certain landscaping, conducting water efficiency checks on all city facilities and expanding public information and awareness campaigns. Additionally, communication efforts will be directed to commercial businesses to help them find ways to reduce water consumption.


Everyone is encouraged to do their part to reduce water consumption, especially outdoor use, and to use water wisely. There are always ways to continue to use water in your home without waste, by learning to use the right amount of water to use in your home. Helpful tools can be found at wateruseitwisely.com or visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov/WaterUseCalculator.


The City of Avondale holds public City Council meetings at City Hall (11465 W. Civic Center Dr, Avondale, AZ 85323) every other Monday, at 5:30 pm. More info can be found at www.avondaleaz.gov/ government/public-meetings


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CONTACT US: City of Avondale Public Works Department Municipal Operations Service Center 399 E. Lower Buckeye Road Avondale, AZ 85323 (623) 333-4400 www.AvondaleAZ.gov/PublicWorks


Water Bill Customer Service Questions (623) 333-2005


To learn more about the important efforts to protect and preserve the watersheds in perpetuity for all water users visit:


6 watershedconnection.com 6 srpwater.com 6 azwater.gov 6 droughtfacts.com 6 wateruseitwisely.com


6 tapintoquality.com 6 cap-az.com 6 amwua.org


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