Water Rates
Effective: August 1, 2026
The following rates and charges are established by the Ehrenberg Improvement District in accordance with Arizona Corporation Commission rules. In addition to regular rates, the utility will collect a proportionate share of any privilege, sales, use, and franchise tax per Arizona Statute.
Customer Monthly Usage Charge
All Classes — Monthly Minimum Service Charge by Meter Size
| Meter Size | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| 5/8 × 3/4" | $19.80 |
| 3/4" meter | $19.80 |
| 1" meter | $26.40 |
| 1-1/2" meter | $33.00 |
| 2" meter | $66.00 |
| 3" meter | $132.00 |
| 4" meter | $231.00 |
| 6" meter | $396.00 |
| 8" meter | $693.00 |
| Hydrant Meter (Individually Assigned) | $132.00/Month |
Commodity Rates
Per 1,000 gallons — in addition to monthly service charge
Applies to all meter sizes and classes, except Standpipe
| Usage Tier | Rate / 1,000 gal |
|---|---|
| 1 to 3,000 gallons | $1.65 |
| 3,001 to 8,000 gallons | $2.18 |
| Over 8,000 gallons | $2.51 |
Standpipe and Hydrant: $2.51 per 1,000 gallons
Monthly Service Charge for Fire Sprinklers
All Sizes: 2% of monthly minimum for a comparably sized meter connection, but not less than $10.00 per month. The service charge for fire sprinkler service is only applicable for service lines separate and distinct from the primary water service line.
Service Charges
| Service | Charge |
|---|---|
| Hydrant Meter | $1,600.00 |
| Establishment / Activation | $48.00 |
| Establishment (After Hours) | $60.00 |
| Disconnection Notice | $20.00 |
| Reconnection (Delinquent) | $80.00 |
| Reconnection (Delinquent – After Hours) | $80.00 |
| Meter Test (If Correct) | $30.00 |
| New Service Deposit | $72.00 |
| Reestablishment (Within 12 Months) | See note * |
| Non-Sufficient Fund Check Fee | $30.00 |
| Meter Re-read Fee (If Previous Reading Was Correct) | $18.00 |
| Late Charge per Month | 10% of Unpaid Balance |
* Number of months off system times the monthly minimum per Arizona Corporation Commission Rule AAC § R14-2-403(D)
Service Line & Meter Installation Charges
| Meter Size / Type | Service Line | Meter | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 × 3/4" Sonata | $534.00 | $385.00 | $919.00 |
| 3/4" Sonata | $534.00 | $430.00 | $964.00 |
| 1" Sonata | $594.00 | $458.00 | $1,052.00 |
| 1.5" SS Octave-Floating Flange | $660.00 | $1,888.00 | $3,600.00 |
| 2" SS Octave-Floating Flange-Dir Read | $996.00 | $981.00 | $1,977.00 |
| 3" SS Octave-Floating Flange-No Mod | $1,254.00 | $2,480.00 | $3,734.00 |
| 4" SS Octave-Floating Flange | $1,788.00 | $3,428.00 | $5,216.00 |
| 6"×18" SS Octave-Floating Flange | $2,652.00 | $5,667.00 | $8,319.00 |
| 8"×20" SS Octave-Floating Flange | At Cost | $6,768.00 | At Cost |
- *A $48.00 establishment fee and $72.00 deposit will be added to total charge.
- *Total charge will be either the deposit or at cost, whichever is greater.
- *All items billed at cost shall include labor, materials, parts, and all taxes.