Arizona Corporation Commission
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Phoenix Office |
Utilities Division |
Tucson Office |
General Water and Sewer Information
| The Arizona Corporation Commission maintains regulatory authority over private water companies and private sewer companies throughout Arizona. There are presently more than 400 individual water systems operated by nearly 350 companies under our jurisdiction. There are approximately 21 sewer companies and 20 combination water and sewer providers that we regulate. Multiple systems can be operated by the same utility company. |
| Several other agencies also have jurisdiction over aspects of running a reliable water system. Two divisions within the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) have regulatory authority. ADEQ's Waste Programs Division deals with solid waste treatment and disposal, and therefore is concerned with sewer systems. ADEQ's Water Quality Division has the responsibility of ensuring the safety of drinking water from public water systems. Questions related to water quality, water pollution or contaminants in drinking water should be directed to ADEQ. |
| County health authorities also oversee public health issues associated with water and sewer systems. |
| You will find our Frequently Asked Questions page very helpful if you would like to know more about how we regulate water and sewer companies in Arizona. Popular topics may have their own links so please enjoy browsing our site and learning more about public utility regulation. |
| If you are not sure if the ACC has jurisdiction over a water or sewer company, please call us Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. |
Within Metro Phoenix: 602-542-4251 Outside the Metro Phoenix and Tucson areas, but within Arizona, call toll free 1-800-222-7000 connects you to the Phoenix Office and |
