// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | 💧 Water Treatment Facility |
| Operator / Branch | City of Phoenix |
| Host County | Maricopa County AZ |
| Nearest City | Washington DC |
| Primary Risk Radius | 25 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 75 miles |
// Strategic Significance
Phoenix Water Services delivers water to 1.6 million customers in the hottest major city in the US. The system depends on the Salt River Project and Colorado River allocations. Extreme drought has reduced Lake Mead and Lake Powell to historic lows threatening the Colorado River water supply that Phoenix depends on. Any interruption during extreme heat could be lethal.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Phoenix metro with 5 million residents in extreme desert heat. Water supply interruption during summer heat events when temperatures exceed 115F is a life-threatening emergency. Colorado River allocation cuts threaten long-term supply.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
Multiple facilities. Maricopa County Emergency Management coordinates water supply emergency protocols during extreme heat events.