State Agencies

Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR)

Manages water use in Active Management Areas (AMAs), administers permits, tracks data, represents the state in Colorado River negotiations, and more. 

Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ)

Protects state groundwater, surface water, and watersheds from pollution, and ensures that public water systems provide healthy drinking water.

Arizona Corporation Commission (AZCC)

Oversees the operation of the state’s utility services, railroads, pipelines, and securities marketplace.

Arizona Game & Fish Department (AZGFD)

Uses funds from hunting licenses and firearms taxes to support wildlife monitoring, habitat restoration, and the reestablishment of endangered species.

Arizona Reconsultation Committee (ARC)

A committee of water stakeholders representing Arizona’s perspective as new long-term guidelines for Colorado River water management are developed.