2024 Long Range Water Supply Plan Update

The Dallas Water Utilities (DWU) presented its 2024 Long Range Water Supply Plan Update, outlining strategies to meet projected water demands through 2080. Key recommendations include increasing conservation efforts by 13%, utilizing 33% indirect reuse, connecting to existing supplies like the Integrated Pipeline (IPL), developing new surface water sources, and incorporating 6% groundwater. The plan addresses a projected supply deficit starting in 2040, with specific strategies like the NTMWD swap agreement (2030) and the Main Stem Balancing Reservoir (2050) detailed. The plan was approved by Council in December 2024 and is being presented to the City Council.

Residents may see updated watering restrictions and new conservation initiatives, but the plan aims to ensure a reliable water supply without immediate tax increases as it is funded by water and wastewater revenues.

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