Since 1936, SAWS has been rated a superior water system by the state of Texas. We are committed to providing you with reliable, quality water, as well as providing responsible leadership in managing San Antonio's water resources.

		Edwards Aquifer Currently, most of San Antonio's drinking water is pumped from this massive underground reservoir. Learn more about this amazing natural resource, including aquifer levels and statistics.
		Water Quality It's normal for all drinking water to contain trace amounts of minerals and other substances. Find out exactly what is in our superior-quality water supply.
		New Water Sources SAWS is developing numerous projects to help ensure our city's water future.
		Water Recycling Each day millions of gallons of recycled water for non-drinking use are produced at four recycling centers owned and operated by SAWS.
		Water Resource Protection & Compliance As a result of increased development in Bexar County and the potential for polluting the Edwards Aquifer, SAWS is taking a proactive approach to protecting our water quality.
		Fluoride SAWS started adding fluoride to the water in our system in August 2002. Here are the answers to some frequently-asked questions about fluoridation.