WRRC Photo Contest Is in Full Swing!
From left: Susanna Eden, Julia Denton, Jessie Hampton, Jamie McEvoy
On Tuesday, August 26, 2025, four WRRC staff members attended the Arizona Association of Women in Water and Agriculture (AAWWA) Colorado River Update, which was held at the U of A Cooperative Extension office in Maricopa County. Hosted and presented by women in the water industry, this conference showcased the most recent information available on the status of the Colorado River.
WRRC Photo Contest Is in Full Swing!
The WRRC Annual Photo Contest is underway, and the theme for 2025 is A World of Water. We’re inviting photo submissions that explore how water shapes our world—and how people interact with water. Follow us on Instagram @uofawrrc to see previous submissions, get updates, and stay connected throughout the contest.
Arizona Water Factsheets … Did You Know?
Learning About Water Demand and Supply in Gila County
Water demand in Gila County is driven primarily by mining, which accounts for nearly half (49%) of total use. Agriculture—irrigation and livestock—accounts for 29% of demand, while municipal demand, including domestic and commercial use, represents the remaining 22%. Groundwater is the source of most (94%) of the county’s water supply.
WRRC Welcomes New and Returning U of A Students
As the fall semester kicks off, many of you are feeling the excitement that comes with new opportunities and fresh starts. After a long, hot, and mostly dry summer, we hope you're returning to campus feeling rested, recharged, and ready to take on the year ahead. To all new and returning students, the WRRC wishes you a successful 2025–2026 academic year!