VenturaWaterPure 

Ventura is one of the largest cities in Southern California that relies solely on local water sources.

After a decade of comprehensive evaluations, studies, and piloting has allowed local leaders to consider many forward-thinking solutions to ensure Ventura’s continued water supply. Ultimately, this work led to the VenturaWaterPure Program.   

VenturaWaterPure will recover, treat, and reuse water that is currently discharged into the Santa Clara River Estuary, creating a locally-owned, drought-resilient water source that isn’t dependent on rainfall. VenturaWaterPure is:

  • Drought resilient. Creates a drought-resistant, reliable water supply that isn’t dependent on rain.
  • High-quality. Provides a high-quality drinking water supply that meets and exceeds drinking water quality standards.
  • Environmentally protective. Meets regulatory requirements by reducing water discharge into the estuary, creating a natural environment that can support endangered species.


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Contact us 

  • By email 
  • By phone: leave a message with our Construction Management Team 
    at 805-500-8103
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    The 10-minute survey, available in English and Spanish, is open for participation through October 3, 2023. Take the survey
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    Construction Updates

    Latest information and updates for construction activity for the VenturaWaterPure Program. Read on...
  4. Ocean Outfall News Flash

    Ocean Outfall Project

    A new ocean outfall is a critical component of VenturaWaterPure Program, as it allows for the disposal of concentrate generated by the new Advanced Water Purification Facility (AWPF). Additional Info...
  5. Rendering of Advanced Water Purification Facility (AWPF)

    Request for Qualifications - Call for Artists

    The City of Ventura is excited to announce an opportunity for professional artists and artist teams to submit qualifications for integrating public art into the VenturaWaterPure Advanced Water Purification Facility project. Read on...
  6. VWP Request for Proposals

    Request for Proposals – Professional Services

    The City is excited to invite experienced design teams to provide proposals for the design of an advanced water purification facility. Read on...
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    VenturaWaterPure to receive an additional $14 million in grant funds

    The City of Ventura’s proposed water reuse program, VenturaWaterPure, anticipates an additional $14 million in federal funding from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation’s (BOR) Title XVI Water Reclamation and Reuse Program. Read more...

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