Water Rates
Effective: August 1, 2026
The following rates and charges are established and approved by the Ehrenberg Improvement District Board of Directors. 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.