water district

Regional supply authority

A water district is a government entity responsible for managing water supply, distribution, or drainage within a defined geographic area.

Water districts typically operate independently from city or county governments, with authority to set rates, issue bonds, and maintain infrastructure: The water district sent notices about the rate increase.

Some focus on irrigation for agriculture, others on residential and commercial service.

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