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the phoenix metro has 4 primary sources of water; Colorado River, Salt River. Aqua Fria River and a very large aquifer. Interesting statistic, Phoenix uses the same amount of water today as in the 1950's. The local Native Reservations hold vast aquifer rights.

Looking at a map, Pyramid, Roosevelt, Horseshoe and Pleasant are all reservoir lakes feeding the area. All are fed from the Aqua Fria, Verde and Salt Rivers. Phoenix metro area is trying to signiificantly lessen dependence on the Colorado.

In southern and western AZ agribusiness is pumping vast amounts of water and it is becoming an issue for local farmers and residents in Benson, Salome, etc.

My sense is the local utiities are trying to manage within the sources they have. I have lived in the Phoenix metro for over 13 years and have yet to see any panic around water.