Deeply committed to water conservation
The Washington County Water Conservancy District is deeply committed to fostering a culture of water conservation throughout our community. As the driest county in the state, we
recognize that water is our most precious resource—and the responsibility to use it wisely has never been greater.
Since 2000, the district has led the region in conservation progress, achieving a 50% reduction in per capita water use—the largest decrease in Utah. This milestone reflects both our community’s dedication to sustainability and the district’s ongoing investment in smart, data-driven solutions.
Our leadership in conservation extends well beyond individual use. The district’s advancements include:
New Construction Standards
Adopted the state’s highest water conservation standards for new construction, ensuring sustainable and efficient growth.
Encouraged Accountability
Implemented excess water use surcharges to encourage accountability and reduce waste among high-water users.
Contingency Plan
Prepared a water shortage contingency plan outlining water-use reduction thresholds for emergency conditions.
Collaboration Efforts
Developed Utah’s first regional water conservation plan, setting a new benchmark for cross-community collaboration.
Landscaping
Replaced more than 3 million square feet of grass with water-efficient landscaping since 2023—representing over 34% of all grass replaced statewide, despite accounting for only 7% of Utah’s population.
High-Water-Use Policy
Passed a high-water-use policy requiring commercial, institutional, and industrial developments to obtain approval for developments expected to exceed nine million gallons annually in St. George, Washington, Hurricane, Santa Clara and Ivins, or five million gallons in La Verkin, Toquerville and Virgin.
The Washington County Water Conservancy District is deeply committed to fostering a culture of water conservation throughout our community. As the driest county in the state, we recognize that water is our most precious resource, and the responsibility to use it wisely has never been greater.