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At Mount Lemmon Domestic Water Improvement District, we are committed to providing safe, high quality water services to our community, while maintaining a standard of excellence in customer service and environmental conservation.

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Water Shortage on Mount Lemmon & Why

April 27, 2024

Water Shortage on Mount Lemmon & Why ??

Introduction:

Pre-Aspen Fire there were around 425 water meters for residences and there were one to two lodges historically in Summerhaven at any given time. Today we have around 340 water meters for residences and the equivalent of two lodges. We also reserve 500,000 gallons of water at all times for firefighting.

So why did we go into Stage 3 water restrictions for the first time in history? There are several reasons.

Our shortage occurred for the following reasons:

Less rain and snow than last year
Leaks - #1 cause of water loss

Large Leaks

Residential – no one in residence & the meter is left on.
Snowplow damage to a fire...

Cooling Off This Summer: The Importance of Hydration and Water Conservation

June 01, 2025

June marks the official start of summer, bringing longer days, sunshine, and warmer temperatures.

With the heat comes the increased need to stay hydrated, but it’s also a time when we need to be more mindful of our water usage.

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