More on the 20 Gallon Challenge...

Sweetwater Authority customers are already some of the most water-efficient residents in San Diego County. Based on average per capita water use, residents in our service area use about 124 gallons per day per person vs. the approximate 180 gallons for the San Diego region. We applaud the water conservation efforts of our customers and encourage you to continue your water-efficient practices. You may find even more ways to save water at the links provided here.

Sweetwater Authority wants you to know we are also doing our part to continue making investments in drought-resistant local water resources. Did you know that Sweetwater Authority is considered to have the most reliable water resources of any district in the San Diego region? With its surface water, wells and groundwater desalination capabilities, about 25 percent of Sweetwater Authority water supply sources are drought-resistant. By 2011, with added wells, increased groundwater desalination, and a seawater desalination purchase agreement, Sweetwater Authority plans for about 55 percent drought-resistant supplies.

Living in this region calls for maximum water-efficiency of its citizens on an ongoing basis, and water supply management that continues to explore new opportunities to increase water reliability to ensure our quality of life. We think we’ve both done a great job so far, if we do say so. But in times like these, we’re sometimes asked to pinch back on usage a bit more; so if you can do so, it would be most appreciated.