Why SDS is Important
Why SDS is Important More than a pipeline. A lifeline.
SDS is essential to our community. Provides water for our children and our grandchildren. SDS will supply Colorado Springs with water upon completion in 2016 through 2046 and beyond. Assures our quality of life. When we turn on the faucet, we need water. SDS assures a dependable water supply to maintain our quality of life. Necessary for economic viability. Water is the lifeblood of our economic health and critical to retaining and attracting jobs and business to our region. Guards against drought. Our community suffered severe drought in recent memory, and we need another water system to ensure we have adequate water for inevitable dry periods and when our other water sources are in short supply.
Key facts about why we need SDS now. Answers to commonly asked questions about SDS. The Center for Regional Advancement's study on the Economic Impacts of SDS on the Regional Economy
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Water is essential. Water allows us to enjoy our quality of life and economic well-being in Colorado Springs. The Southern Delivery System (SDS), now under construction, is our continued water lifeline - ensuring we have clean, affordable and dependable water for generations to come.
Uses our resources wisely. SDS is the least expensive, most direct option to deliver water to our community.
