Spanish Fork

Spanish Fork, Utah, has begun implementing an innovative water conservation program to install free smart irrigation controllers for residential customers to reduce pressurized outdoor irrigation and stagger watering times to lower peak demand. The City has already seen peak demand reductions and a 17% reduction in outdoor irrigation for homes with smart irrigation controllers installed. Click the link below to download the full case study.

Project at a Glance

Utility Overview

Utility: Spanish Fork Public Works
Location: Spanish Fork, Utah
Population (city): ~43,000
Service area: 15 square miles

Challenges

Growing peak water demand
Limited water system capacity
Recurring drought
State water conservation goals

Solution

Innovative water conservation program to install free smart irrigation controllers for residential customers to reduce pressurized outdoor irrigation and stagger watering times to lower peak demand.

Costs and Funding Sources

Total project cost: ~$330,000
Funding sources:
- Operating budget: ~$30,000 for professional installers, utility vehicles, and conservation staff
- Grants: $300,000 to purchase smart controllers
  - State of Utah Department of Natural Resources: $150,000
  - Central Utah Water Conservancy District: $150,000