This summer there is a drought on both the Salt River and Verde River system due to a lack of snowfall last winter in the mountains of central and northern Arizona. Only because of a surplus of water from the Colorado River will we avoid cutbacks and other severe water-saving measures this summer. Because of growth and because we will eventually run out of additional supplies of water, conservation is important. Using less of what we already have is the best and least expensive way to assure a water supply for our future. Industry, parks and golf courses are making major efforts to save water.
Some industries treat and reuse their water over and over.
It's good business, and they are being responsible corporate citizens. Each of us can do the same in our homes and in our work places. Place a filled bottle in the toilet tank to take up space and reduce the water use. Check the toilet tank for leaks. A little food coloring will do the job.