Water Conservation Resources

Water conservation starts with YOU as an essential component of the Town’s water resource management strategy. Our goal is to reduce water use while balancing a healthy, sustainable quality of life for our residents. Practicing a low-water-use lifestyle is one way that we can all help stretch our limited water supplies while saving time and money.

Arizona Department of Water Resources
Bureau of Reclamation
Central Arizona Project
Desert Landscaping Planning Guide (PDF)
Earth 911 Water Pollution and Conservation
How to Save Water in Your House
Landscape Plants of the Arizona Desert
Smart Home Water Guide
SmartScape Landscape
Tap into Quality
Water Science for Schools
Water: Use it Wisely®


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Introducing Cactus Charlie!

Cactus Charlie is Cave Creek's go-to resource for tips on conserving our precious water resources. Stay tuned for Charlie's great tips and how-tos on social media and in the Prospector newsletter.

Before planting any landscaping, you should refer to the Town of Cave Creek's Technical Design Guidelines for Landscaping. Having the right plants will save water and give you a beautiful property in our Sonoran Desert. Learn more at Landscaping.  
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