Journal of Phoenix
Lead Analysis · May 2024

The 400-Million-Gallon Question in the West Valley.

As semiconductor fabrication plants demand unprecedented water usage, a controversial new rights transfer agreement pits industrial growth against agricultural heritage.

By Sarah Jenkins · 12 min read
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The Expansion by the Numbers

We track the vital metrics of Phoenix's growth. Real-time indicators of housing starts, industrial vacancy, and water allocation.

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4.2%

Industrial Vacancy Rate

Q1 2024. Down from 4.8% in Q4 2023. Represents 12M sq ft of net absorption.

2.8M

Acre-Feet Allocated

Annual CAP water usage cap. Industrial consumption share rose to 11% this year.

+68k

Net Migration (2023)

Maricopa County remains the fastest-growing county in the United States.

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