The Watershed

Water. Nature's driving force for life and our most precious commodity in the desert. Learn about the Salt and Verde River system with its dams, lakes and canals used to store and deliver water to irrigators and Valley cities.

Water is important for everything, from farming to drinking, to generating power. In this video, learn about our watershed, where over half of the Valley's water comes from and the importance of healthy forests in the high country. Additionally, you'll learn about how early Arizona settlers built upon a network of ancient Native American canals.

Finally, see how SRP works with communities and partners, through droughts and floods, to ensure a sustainable water supply for the future.