Water & Wastewater Operations

Water Development in a Water-Parched Region

Pure Cycle is a vertically integrated water and wastewater resource development company. We own or control a portfolio of water rights that includes 29,500 acre-feet of groundwater and surface water and 26,000 acre-feet of adjudicated reservoir sites. As a vertically integrated company, we also own and manage a full ecosystem of facilities needed to withdraw, store, treat, deliver and collect water and wastewater. Our goal is to provide sustainable, high-quality water to our customers and make prudent use of reclaimed water for outdoor irrigation and industrial demands.

Our Competitive Edge

Our water supplies and wholesale facilities are located in southeast Denver, an area with limited water and water infrastructure. We believe this provides us with a unique competitive advantage as our water is sourced near our customers. We provide wholesale water and wastewater service to local governments, including the Rangeview District, Arapahoe County, the Sky Ranch CAB, and Elbert 86 District.

In addition, we also design, permit and construct wholesale water and wastewater systems for governmental and non-governmental entities. We take care of administrative functions such as meter reading, billing and collection of monthly water and wastewater revenues, regulatory water quality monitoring, sampling, testing, and reporting requirements to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

Projected Growth of Recurring Revenue

Our projected utility customer growth includes both existing and new residential and commercial customers.

Infrastructure to Meet Current and Future Demand

Our Water Reclamation Plant Uses the Latest Green Technology
  • $10 million, state-of-the-art water reclamation facility completed in February 2020
  • Capacity to serve 2,000 single-family homes, with the ability to expand to serve more than 5,000 connections
  • Dispenses highly treated reclaimed water for irrigation and other uses
  • Active odor control technology
  • The green roof covers 90% of the main plant

Tap Fees and Ongoing Utility Services

Tap Fees

Our utility segment generates revenue through Tap Fees and Usage Fees. Tap Fees, paid by homebuilders, fund water rights and infrastructure and have risen due to water scarcity. We use a "Water Budget" approach to balance pricing and responsible water management. Visit rangeviewmetro.org for current rates.

Metered Water Usage

Our utility revenues come from metered water and sewer usage, with an inclining pricing scale to encourage conservation. Annual revenue averages $1,500 per connection ($1,000 from water, $500 from sewer), ensuring sustainable and cost-efficient service.

Wastewater Treatment

Due to the scarcity of water in Denver, we use and reuse our water supplies.  The Company recently complete a $10 million state-of-the-art water reclamation facility which treats 100% of the Sky Ranch Community’s wastewater into reclaimed water for reuse as outdoor irrigation and industrial water supplies.  Recycling our water allows us to use and reuse our water supplies multiple times protecting, preserving and conserving our most valuable natural resource.

Industrial Bulk Water

We provide reuse and raw water to industrial customers for oil and gas operations. With investments in storage reservoirs and high-capacity delivery, we ensure reliable water supply in one of Colorado’s most productive shale oil reserves. This field, with over 100 producing wells and extensive infrastructure, is set to develop thousands more over the next 50 years, requiring ongoing water support.

Driving New Utility Customers: Land Development

We are actively developing the Sky Ranch master-planned community in the heart of metro Denver's booming real estate market. This 930-acre parcel of land will attract new commercial and residential customers alike.

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Partnerships that Serve Colorado’s Water Needs

We partner with municipal and private water systems to improve their infrastructure and operations. If you are looking to monetize your water, or expand your water or wastewater capabilities, we can help.

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