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VenturaWaterPure (VWP) is a multi-benefit water reuse program that will recover, treat, and reuse water that is currently discharged into the Santa Clara River Estuary, creating a new, local, 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.

VenturaWaterPure will produce approximately 3,600 acre-feet per year (AFY) of water in Phase I and up to 5,400 AFY in future phases, accounting for up to 20% of Ventura’s total water supply.

Why VenturaWaterPure?

How VenturaWaterPure works

Here's how VenturaWaterPure works:

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Currently, wastewater from the City of Ventura is sent to the Ventura Water Reclamation Facility (VWRF), where it’s treated and cleaned before being discharged into the Santa Clara River Estuary. The VWRF is being updated to a membrane bioreactor, which will provide a higher quality of water than currently produced.	Water from the VWRF is sent to a new Advanced Water Purification Facility (AWPF) for reuse. Using a scientifically proven process, the AWPF will treat water that exceeds drinking water standards, creating a reliable and high-quality water source. The concentrate generated during the treatment process will be sent to the ocean outfall for disposal.	The purified recycled water will then be injected into a local groundwater basin and later distributed to Ventura Water customers, accounting for up to 20% of the City's water supply when fully operational.

Treatment Process

VenturaWaterPure will use a four-stage treatment process that produces purified water that exceeds drinking water quality standards.

Membrane Bioreactor*
Ultraviolet Light Disinfection*
Reverse Osmosis (RO)
Ultraviolet Light / Advanced Oxidation Process (UV / AOP)

*Located at the Ventura Water Reclamation Facility

This proven approach is used throughout California, the U.S., and internationally.

For more information on the Treatment Process.

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Previous Demonstration Facility

The 2015-2016 demonstration facility successfully hosted a mix of community members, school groups, City staff, Council members, water reuse professionals, and water agencies from across California—all sharing a common interest in efforts to pilot and implement potable reuse projects to improve the sustainability of vital water resources across California.

The 2015-2016 demonstration facility provided an excellent resource for these stakeholders to learn more about VenturaWaterPure and advanced treatment technologies.

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VenturaWaterPure is

Water Supply and Challenges

Here's how VenturaWaterPure works:

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Treatment Process

Demonstration Facility - Coming Soon

Demonstration Facility 2015-2016

Previous Demonstration Facility

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