TMUD CAP Transfer EA 082409 doc 2025

The document is an Environmental Assessment for the transfer of 1,481 acre-feet annually of Central Arizona Project (CAP) water entitlement from the Flowing Wells Irrigation District (FWID) to the Town of Marana Utilities Department (TMUD) in Pima County, Arizona. It outlines the purpose and need for the transfer, including regulatory background, proposed actions, environmental consequences, and public involvement. The assessment evaluates potential impacts on water resources, land use, biological resources, cultural resources, and socioeconomic factors. It concludes that the transfer will not require new infrastructure or cause significant environmental impacts, while providing a sustainable water source for TMUD and reducing reliance on groundwater.