Tap Fees were updated as of August 14th, 2025 in response to House Bill 25-1211. Please contact our office for additional details. 970-434-7328.
RESIDENTIAL WATER USE
Applies to the following Meter Sizes:
| 3/4 “ x 5/8” | 3/4" x 3/4" | 1” | 1 ½” | 2” | 3" |
|---|
| Usage | In District Water Rate | Out of District Water Rate | Whitewater In District |
|---|
| Minimum Charge per unit | $35.00 | $51.25 | $43.15 |
| Minimum Usage per unit | 3,000 gallons | 3,000 gallons | 3,000 gallons |
| Usage 3,001- 10,000 gallons | $5.30 each 1,000 gallons | $6.90 each 1,000 gallons | $6.15 per 1,000 gallons |
| Usage 10,001 - 18,000 gallons | $6.40 each 1,000 gallons | $8.60 each 1,000 gallons | $7.50 per 1,000 gallons |
| Usage 18,001 – 25,000 gallons | $8.70 each 1,000 gallons | $12.00 each 1,000 gallons | $10.40 per 1,000 gallons |
| Usage 25,001 and above | $15.34 per 1,000 gallons | $22.00 per 1,000 gallons | $18.70 per 1,000 gallons |
NON-RESIDENTIAL WATER USE
Applies to the following Meter Sizes:
| 3/4 “ x 5/8” | 1” | 1 ½ “ | 2" | 3" | 4" | 6" | 8" | 10" |
|---|
| Usage | In District Water Rate | Out of District Water Rate | Whitewater In District |
|---|
| Minimum Charge per unit | $35.00 | $51.25 | $43.15 |
| Minimum Usage per unit | 3,000 gallons | 3,000 gallons | 3,000 gallons |
| Usage 3,001- 10,000 gallons | $5.30 each 1,000 gallons | $6.90 each 1,000 gallons | $6.15 per 1,000 gallons |
| Usage 10,001 - 18,000 gallons | $6.40 each 1,000 gallons | $8.60 each 1,000 gallons | $7.50 per 1,000 gallons |
| Usage 18,001 and above | $8.70 each 1,000 gallons | $12.00 each 1,000 gallons | $10.40 per 1,000 gallons |
| Demand Charge* | $200 first 1,000 gallons plus $6.60 each 1,000 gallons | $300 first 1,000 gallons plus $8.90 each 1,000 gallons | $250 first 1,000 gallons plus $7.75 per 1,000 gallons |
*A Demand Charge is assessed when a compound meter is utilized, and the usage flow exceeds the “low
flow” meter causing the “high flow” meter to register additional usage.
OTHER RATES
| Description | Rate |
|---|
| Fire Hydrant or Fill Station Use | $11.00 per 1,000 gallons |
| Emergency Water Rates | Current Minimum Rate Plus 5x Current Tier Pricing |
| Irrigation/Landscape Rates | 2x Current Commercial Rates |
| Meters Over 4” | Board Action Required, Fee TBD |
| Additional Unit Fee (ADU) | 70% of SDF and System Impact Fees |
OTHER FEES
| Description | Rate | Description | Rate |
|---|
| Water Right Development Fee | $1,500.00 | Readiness to Serve Fee | $20.00 |
| Shoulder Cut | $1,600.00 | Set Up Fee (new customer) | $20.00 |
| Directional Bore | $4,600.00 | NSF/Returned Item Fee | $20.00 |
| Asphalt Cut/Repair | $850.00 | Inclusion Fee | $500.00 |
| Cut Lock Fee | $10.00 | Fire Hydrant Meter Fee | $20.00 |
| Late Fee | $5.00 | Final Cancellation Fee | $30.00 |
| Disconnect/Shut Off Fee | $50.00 | After Hours Reconnect Fee | $30.00 |
| Pull & Test Meter | $35-$130.00 | Tampering/Water Theft | $500.00 |
BACKFLOW & CROSS CONNECTION FEES
| Backflow & Cross-Connection Control Non-Compliant Fee | $500.00 |
| Backflow & Cross-Connection Control Testing Assistance Fee | $250.00 |
MAIN LINE EXTENSION FEES (WET TAPS)
Main Line Extension Fees include all related materials, labor, and equipment to be installed by Clifton Water
District personnel per policy.
| Wet Tap Size | Wet Tap Fee |
|---|
| 2” | $1,200 |
| 4” | $2,500 |
| 6” | $3,500 |
| 8” | $4,500 |
| 10” | $6,500 |
| 12” | $7,500 |
NON-RESIDENTIAL TAP FEES
Commercial tap fees are based on Meter and location within the District:
| Meter Size | Multiplier | In-District | Whitewater |
|---|
| 5/8” x ¾” | 1.0 | $9,000 | $13,500 |
| ¾” x ¾” | 1.5 | $13,500 | $20,250 |
| 1” | 2.5 | $22,500 | $33,750 |
| 1 ½” | 3 | $27,000 | $40,500 |
| 2” | 5 | $45,000 | $67,500 |
| 3” | 6 | $54,000 | $81,000 |
| 4” | 10 | $90,000 | $135,000 |
RESIDENTIAL TAP FEES
Residential Tap fees are determined by combining a System Development Fee based on unit size and irrigation
access, and a System Impact Fee based on the meter size required.
RESIDENTIAL BASE SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT FEE WITHOUT IRRIGATION
| Unit Size (Sq Ft) | Multiplier In-District | In-District | Muliplier Whitewater | Whitewater |
|---|
| 0-1500 | 1.0 | $6,128 | 1.25 | $7,659 |
| 1501-3000 | 1.5 | $9,191 | 1.75 | $10,723 |
| 3001-5000 | 2.0 | $12,255 | 2.25 | $13,787 |
| 5001-9999 | 2.5 | $15,319 | 2.75 | $16,851 |
| 10000+ | 3.0 | $18,383 | 3.25 | $19,914 |
RESIDENTIAL BASE SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT FEE WITH IRRIGATION
| Unit Size (Sq Ft) | Multiplier In-District | In-District | Multiplier Whitewater | Whitewater |
|---|
| 0-1500 | 1.0 | $4,085 | 1.25 | $5,106 |
| 1501-3000 | 1.5 | $6,128 | 1.75 | $7,149 |
| 3001-5000 | 2.0 | $8,170 | 2.25 | $9,191 |
| 5001-9999 | 2.5 | $10,213 | 2.75 | $11,234 |
| 10000+ | 3.0 | $12,255 | 3.25 | $13,276 |
PLUS RESIDENTIAL SYSTEM IMPACT FEE (METER SIZE MULTIPLIER)
| Meter Size | Multiplier In-District | Meter Rate In-District | Multiplier Whitewater | Meter Rate Whitewater |
|---|
| 5/8” x ¾” | 1 | $3,248 | 1.5 | $4,872 |
| ¾” x ¾” | 2 | $6,496 | 3 | $9,744 |
| 1” | 4 | $12,992 | 6 | $19,488 |
| 1 ½” | 6 | $19,488 | 9 | $29,232 |
| 2” | 10 | $32,480 | 15 | $48,732 |
| 3” | 15 | $48,720 | 22.5 | $73,080 |
| 4” | 25 | $81,200 | 37.5 | $121,800 |
