U.S. Rep. Elijah Crane praised Camp Verde’s use of reclaimed water for its sports complex as a model for sustainable infrastructure in Arizona.
“Yesterday, I visited the Camp Verde Sports Complex to see how the town is prioritizing water conservation. The fields are irrigated with reclaimed water from the upgraded treatment plant, supported by WIFA. A great example of infrastructure boosting sustainability and growth,” Crane said in a post on X.
Crane discussed sewer expansion and sports complex projects that incorporate reclaimed water systems designed to reduce reliance on freshwater resources.
The Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA) provides low-cost financing and grants for water and wastewater projects across the state, including upgrades for reclaimed water distribution systems. These programs are intended to help municipalities develop sustainable management strategies that allow continued growth without straining limited freshwater resources, according to its website.
An analysis by World Population Review ranked Arizona as the third driest state in the country, behind New Mexico and Nevada.
Crane was elected to represent Arizona’s Second Congressional District in 2022. He was born in Tucson and is a former Navy SEAL, according to his official biography
