Dealing with Drought Revised

"What we usually see behind us here is a river," said EPWU Vice President Christina Montoya. "There is a lack of a river here now, and it will be for quite some time."
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Commissioner urges Texans to be water smart

On a recent visit to El Paso, Texas Department of Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples stopped at EPWU's TecH2O Center to talk about drought, conservation and the challenge of meeting the state's future water needs. He also commended El Pasoans for embracing a water-smart lifestyle.
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Committee recommends specifications for water smart homes

A committee of experts approved by the Public Service Board will ultimately help EPWU reach its conservation goals. The committee recommended specifications for water-saving technologies, devices and appliances that can be incorporated into water-smart homes.
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Lease your water rights

If you're not using, do not want or no longer have access to irrigation water, El Paso Water Utilities could help take the worry out of paying your water rights taxes.
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EPWU Does Not Endorse Pipeline Protection Programs

El Paso Water Utilities has received inquiries from customers about companies offering programs that cover the cost of emergency repairs to your private water and sewer service lines. EPWU is not affiliated with these companies and does not endorse the companies or their programs. Furthermore, EPWU does not require customers to obtain pipeline protection coverage.

Customers who are considering purchasing pipeline protection coverage from private companies are advised to read the information carefully before making a decision.

Sandbags available at Stormwater Operations Center

Customers in need of sandbags for flood control purposes can pick them up free of charge at the EPWU Stormwater Operations Center, 4801 Fred Wilson Ave., in Northeast El Paso from 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday.
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