Post Date:05/05/2024 8:00 AM

Highlands Ranch Water & Sanitation District joins communities across North America in celebrating Drinking Water Week, an annual observance led by the American Water Works Association. Taking place May 5-11 this year, Drinking Water Week serves to highlight the importance of safe drinking water and recognize the tireless efforts of water professionals who keep it flowing around the clock in our communities.

Highlands Ranch Water is observing Drinking Water Week by celebrating the value of clean, safe water, the importance of water infrastructure, and the critical role of water professionals.

“At Highlands Ranch Water, we remain committed to upholding the highest standards of water quality and ensuring reliable access for our customers,” said General Manager Sam Calkins. “This week, we honor not only the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act but also the dedication of water professionals who work hard every day to deliver this essential resource to our community.”

This year's celebration also coincides with a historic milestone – the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) in the United States, a landmark law designed to safeguard the public by setting high drinking water quality standards. The SDWA provides a scientific framework to identify potential risks to drinking water and address them in partnership with states and water utilities.

"Drinking Water Week is the perfect time to reflect on all that safe drinking water means in our lives,” said AWWA CEO David LaFrance. “Safe, reliable drinking water is critical in many ways, including public health, economic prosperity and our high quality of life. With the Safe Drinking Water Act anniversary, we also celebrate the committed water system workers, the vigilant regulators, the researchers, the public health professionals, the environmental advocates, and everyone with a hand in fulfilling the high standards and spirit of the SDWA."

To celebrate the week, water utilities, water organizations, government entities, environmental advocates, schools, and others throughout North America will educate people of all ages understand how water is protected, cleaned, and delivered throughout their communities. If you are part of a community group and interested in touring our Water Treatment Plant please reach out to us at info@centennialwater.org.