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1. Where does RCWD’s water come from?

RCWD has one of the largest natural underground water sources in Southern California. The Temecula area aquifers supply the district with 30% of its water.

Imported Water: RCWD also purchases water from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. This agency imports water from Northern California and the Colorado River. Water delivered to homes and businesses is a blend of well water (30%) and imported water (65%).

Water Recycling: Highly treated wastewater (5%) is used to irrigate some golf courses and large landscaped areas. Thirsty Southern California is using more and more recycled water for irrigation in order to save its precious well water and imported water for drinking and household use.

2. How much water exists on, in, and above our planet and how much is available for drinking?

About 70% of the Earth’s surface is water covered, and the oceans hold about 96.5% of all Earth’s water. Less than 1% of water is available for drinking.