The City of Amarillo’s Water Production divisions ensure a reliable and safe water supply through groundwater production, water transmission, and surface water treatment.
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Simms Municipal Building
808 S Buchanan St
Amarillo, TX 79101
Water Production Sub-divisions
Groundwater Production
This sub-division is responsible for the production of all well water for the City of Amarillo, which operates and maintains various water supply wells in Carson, Potter, Randall, and Deaf Smith Counties. The City has approximately 259,842 acres of water rights in the multiple Texas Panhandle Counties. Most of these water rights are undeveloped and are kept in reserve for future use.
Water Transmission
This sub-division is responsible for pumping and storage of water to always maintain adequate pressure in the distribution system. The system consists of 4 high-service pump stations, six elevated storage tanks with a total capacity of 8.5 million gallons, and nine ground storage reservoirs with a total capacity of 42.5 million gallons, and 120 miles of transmission pipeline.
Surface Water Treatment
This sub-division is responsible for the treatment processes necessary to produce potable water, which complies with all Federal and State drinking water standards. The City of Amarillo is one of eleven member cities of the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority (CRMWA). Our current allocation from CRMWA is 11.550 billion gallons of water per year. CRMWA obtains its water from Lake Meredith and its well field in Roberts County.
- The City of Amarillo Water Treatment plant has a treatment capacity of 70 million gallons per day with a 15-million-gallon ground water storage.
- A reservoir with a capacity of 480 million gallons of untreated water has also been constructed for peak demand periods. With this reservoir, the city can provide water supply security to the City of Amarillo as well as a positive impact on the Insurance Services (ISO) rating of the City.
water production faqs
What does the Groundwater Production sub-division of Water Utilities do?
The Groundwater Production sub-division manages the production of well water for Amarillo. It operates and maintains water supply wells in different counties, ensuring a sustainable and efficient groundwater supply for the city’s residents and businesses. Amarillo holds extensive water rights, including approximately 259,842 acres, reserved for future use.
What is the significance of the water rights held by Amarillo?
Amarillo’s extensive water rights, totaling approximately 259,842 acres, are a crucial resource reserved for future use, ensuring a secure and sustainable water supply for the city.
How does Groundwater Production contribute to water security for Amarillo?
By efficiently managing water supply wells and maintaining extensive water rights, the Groundwater Production sub-division enhances water security for Amarillo, supporting the city’s residents and businesses with a reliable source of groundwater.
How do we get clean water?
Treatment plants work to clean the water, meeting health standards. Pipes then deliver this clean water to your home. Regular testing is done to make sure the water is safe for drinking, ensuring a steady and reliable supply of clean water for the community.
How is water pressure maintained in Amarillo?
Water pressure is ensured through the Water Transmission sub-division, responsible for pumping and storing water. The system includes high-service pump stations, elevated storage tanks, ground storage reservoirs, and an extensive network of transmission pipelines spanning 120 miles. This infrastructure guarantees a consistent and adequate water pressure throughout the distribution system.