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The residents and businesses in the Tualatin Basin need dependable, safe and secure fresh water to ensure the long-term economic health and livability of our region. Water needs are expected to double in the next 45 years which means an additional 50,000 acre feet of water per year.
As communities in the Tualatin Basin continue to grow, more water will be needed for municipal and industrial uses. In addition, more water is needed to augment flow in the Tualatin River and its tributaries for water quality. And farmers will continue to need water for agricultural irrigation. The additional 50,000 acre feet of supply needed each year includes about 35,000 acre feet for municipal/industrial and 15,000 acre feet for flow restoration. The two water supply alternatives being considered include conservation targets for homes and businesses, wastewater reuse, and aquifer storage and recovery (ASR).
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The Tualatin Basin Water Supply Project is a collaborative effort among local water resources agencies. Clean Water Services is the lead agency for the project, providing project management and public involvement. Project partners include:
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