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SOUTH JORDAN — As the Utah population grows, so does our need for clean water. One city is aiming to be more water-wise.
South Jordan is combating the scarcity by purifying recycled water to meet the needs of the community.
"We don't have a choice in South Jordan but to come up with additional water resources," South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey said.
Ramsey said the city of South Jordan imports 100% of its water — it does not have a local source.
"We can't make up water," Ramsey said. "Reusing water, we believe, is the future for helping us make sure we have adequate supplies for our growing population."
With the help of scientists, engineers and other partners, the Pure SoJo project uses carbon-based technology to purify recycled water, helping address that basic human need.
"It's been great to see that we found something that we feel will work for the future for future residents that come, as well," said assistant city manager Jason Rasmussen.
The project has been nearly a decade in the making.
"We're very proud of this project and hope that about 10 years from now, we think, we'll be able to have a full-scale plant and be able to implement this into our drinking water systems," Ramsey said.
Ramsey said this innovative technology is cost-effective, and one she hopes will be implemented by other communities throughout our state and across the country.
"Nothing will matter in the future if we don't have water," she said. "We need to make sure we have water, and this will help ensure that happens."
The facility is open for public tours. If you're interested in checking it out, you can sign up for a time on South Jordan's website.
