Reclaimed Water Overview           

The Reclaimed Water project (formerly STAR - South Tampa Area Reclaimed Water) distributes highly treated wastewater from the Howard F. Curren Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant on Hooker's Point to residents and businesses in parts of South Tampa where it can be used to irrigate lawns and landscaping.

System Expansion Projects

Extending reclaimed water to other areas of Tampa will help conserve even more potable water.  Before moving forward, the City must first assess the feasibility of these future expansion projects. The Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) is providing assistance for the planning, engineering, citizen’s participation and financial analyses of these projects. Boundaries will be determined during the design stages of projects.

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Tampa Reduces Reclaimed Water Rate   

Effective Oct. 1, 2007, Tampa's reclaimed water rate decreased from $1.34 to $1.20 for each unit of water (748 gallons) used.

For everyone who is already a reclaimed water customer - Thank You for helping to conserve Tampa's drinking water.

For everyone who is located within Tampa's reclaimed water service area, and has not connected to the system, now is the perfect time because it:

• Frees homeowners from watering restrictions;

• Conserves Tampa's drinking water supply;

• Reduces the need to frequently fertilize due to the nutrient content of the water; and

• Tampa's potable water rates will increase annually through 2011.

For more information about Tampa's reclaimed water or getting connected to the system, please contact a reclaimed water customer service representative at (813) 282-7827.

Featured News

November 18, 2009 - Each week the Tampa Water Department posts a different water conservation "Tip of the Week" to help you reduce your water use and conserve our limited water resources.  more...

October 29, 2009 - The City of Tampa has been chosen as one of five international cities to participate in a survey to determine how words, images and concepts influence public perception of recycled water. Two randomly selected Tampa Water Department customers out of the first 400 to participate in the survey will be eligible for $100.  more...

July 20, 2009 - The Hillsborough County Extension Service offers free and low-cost classes and workshops through their Florida Yards and Neighborhoods (FYN), Master Gardener, and Water-Wise programs. Current calendar of events is available online at http://hillsborough.extension.ufl.edu/HomeGardening/event-calendar.html or by calling their office at (813) 744-5519.

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