What Woodmoor Water and Sanitation does

Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District No. 1 is a Colorado special district (a form of local government) founded in 1926 that provides potable water supply, sanitary sewer collection, and wastewater treatment services to residential and commercial customers in the unincorporated area of northern El Paso County, east of the I-25 corridor and south of the County Line Road. The district sources water primarily from Denver Basin aquifers, supplemented by surface water exchange credits via Monument Creek, and treats it at two multi-media filtration facilities — the Central Water Treatment Plant (1.7 MGD capacity, built 1995, upgraded 2022) and the South Water Treatment Plant (4 MGD capacity, built 2004) — yielding combined treatment capacity of 4.7 MGD. Distribution is handled through two one-million-gallon storage tanks, over 85 miles of water distribution pipeline, and 567 fire hydrants. Sanitary sewer service is collected through a system with seven lift stations and routed to the Tri-Lakes Joint-Use Authority wastewater treatment plant (4.6 MGD total capacity, jointly owned with Monument and Palmer Lake Sanitation Districts), which uses an aerated-lagoon activated sludge process with biological nitrogen removal and UV disinfection.

The district operates a layered technology stack including a Geographic Information System (GIS) for infrastructure mapping, an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program (2022–2026) replacing legacy Badger AMR meters with Kamstrup polymer-bodied or Diehl brass-bodied ultrasonic meters and AquaCell cellular endpoints that transmit usage data every six hours via LTE-M, and a customer-facing AquaHawk portal (launched June 2025) providing real-time usage monitoring, leak alerts, and bill viewing. Operational tools include the Sewer Line Rapid Assessment Tool (SL-RAT) deployed in 2023, BSI Online for backflow prevention compliance reporting, and a new TextMyGov SMS notification service launched December 2025. The district is governed by a five-member publicly elected board and is ultimately owned by the residents it serves — no venture, private equity, or institutional investor capital structures apply.

Revenue is generated primarily through monthly subscription-style water and wastewater service fees structured as a base charge (varying by meter size) plus tiered volumetric charges (e.g., residential water at $7.85–$20.67 per 1,000 gallons across three blocks), one-time tap fees ranging from approximately $33,791 to $2.9 million depending on meter size, an Availability of Service Charge on vacant lots, and a Renewable Water Investment Fee (RWIF, $30–$1,137.60 per month) that services Series 2011 Enterprise Water and Wastewater Revenue Bonds. The average residential bill is approximately $73 per month plus RWIF, with rate increases for 2026 approved at a December 15, 2025 public hearing. Customer acquisition is geographic and involuntary — property owners within district boundaries automatically receive service — and engagement is managed through Xpress Bill Pay, auto-draft, in-person, mail/phone payment, and the new TextMyGov channel.

Name

Woodmoor Water and Sanitation

Legal name

Woodmoor Water & Sanitation District No. 1

Website

https://woodmoorwater.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1926

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District No. 1 is a Colorado special district providing potable water supply, wastewater collection, and sewer services to residential and commercial customers in unincorporated northern El Paso County, sourced from Denver Basin aquifers and jointly treated wastewater facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Monument

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Water Service Fees: Monthly base charges based on meter size plus volumetric charges per 1,000 gallons of water consumed. Tiered pricing structure with increasing rates at higher usage blocks. This is the primary recurring revenue stream for the district.
2. Wastewater/Sewer Service Fees: Monthly base sewer charges plus volumetric charges per 1,000 gallons for non-residential users above a minimum threshold. Residential includes 6,000 gallons in base. Snowbird seasonal rate available.
3. Tap Fees: One-time fees charged when new service connections are established. Potable water tap fees range from approximately $33,791 (3/4 MF) to $2.9 million (6 inch). Sewer tap fees include first 25 DFUs at $10,700 plus per-unit charges. These are significant one-time revenue items tied to new development.
4. Availability of Service Charge (ASC): Flat fee charged to owners of vacant lots where water and/or sewer main lines are installed and ready for connection within 100 feet of property line. Revenues applied solely to bond obligations.
5. Renewable Water Investment Fee (RWIF): Monthly charge per tap equivalent adopted in 2011 to fund Series 2011 Enterprise Water and Wastewater Revenue Bonds for JV Ranch land and water rights acquisition. Ranges from $30/month (3/4 MF) to $1,137.60/month (4 inch).
6. Supplemental Water Service Fees: Fees for additional water service capacity beyond standard tap allocations, charged per acre-foot for base rate ($34,500) and augmentation water in-district ($2,450/acre-foot).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District No. 1 provides potable water supply, sanitary sewer collection, and wastewater treatment services to residential and commercial property owners within its exclusive service territory in unincorporated northern El Paso County, Colorado. The district treats and distributes water from Denver Basin aquifers and surface water sources through two treatment plants, 85+ miles of pipeline, and AMI smart meters, while jointly owning regional wastewater treatment capacity via the Tri-Lakes Joint-Use Authority. Supporting offerings include online/automated billing, conservation rebates, the AquaHawk customer portal, and TextMyGov emergency notifications.

Product overview

Woodmoor Water and Sanitation District No. 1 is a special district providing integrated water and wastewater services to northern El Paso County, Colorado. The district operates a dual-system infrastructure consisting of potable water supply/distribution and sanitary sewer collection/treatment services. Core offerings include water supply from Denver Basin aquifers (treated at CWTP and SWTP with 4.7 MGD capacity) and wastewater treatment via the Tri-Lakes Joint-Use Authority (4.6 MGD capacity). Technology-enabled services include AMI smart metering (Kamstrup/Diehl ultrasonic meters with AquaCell cellular endpoints), the AquaHawk customer portal for real-time usage monitoring and leak detection, TextMyGov emergency notifications, and a GIS system for infrastructure management. Conservation programs include seasonal mandatory watering restrictions, rebate incentives for water-efficient appliances, and an educational xeriscaping garden. The district serves residential and commercial customers across an unincorporated area spanning from I-25 to Furrow Road.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Potable Water Supply and Distribution Potable water service for residential and commercial customers, supplied from Denver Basin aquifers and surface water sources, treated at two multi-media filtration plants (Central Water Treatment Plant and South Water Treatment Plant) with combined 4.7 MGD capacity, stored in two 1-million-gallon tanks, and distributed through 85+ miles of pipeline.
• Wastewater and Sanitary Sewer Service Sanitary sewer collection and wastewater treatment service for residential and commercial customers through the jointly owned Tri-Lakes Joint-Use Authority wastewater treatment plant (4.6 MGD total capacity) with aerated-lagoon activated sludge system, biological nitrogen removal, and UV disinfection, connected via 7 lift stations.
• AMI Smart Metering Service Advanced Metering Infrastructure service using Kamstrup or Diehl ultrasonic meters with AquaCell cellular endpoints that transmit water usage data every 6 hours via LTE-M protocol, replacing legacy Badger brass-body positive displacement meters and AMR technology. Provides customers with accurate, near-real-time consumption measurement enabling leak detection and demand management.
• AquaHawk Customer Portal Online customer web portal for residential and commercial customers with AMI meters, providing real-time water usage monitoring (data updated every 4 hours), personalized leak alert notifications, bill viewing, and integrated bill payment functionality. Free access for all customers; real-time features require AMI meter installation.
• TextMyGov Notification Service Two-way SMS notification service for residential and commercial customers delivering district-wide emergency alerts, water outage notifications, and construction project updates, with opt-in keyword 'WWSD' to short code 91896 and opt-out via 'STOP'.
• Mandatory Water Use Program Seasonal conservation program enforcing outdoor watering restrictions (June 1 - September 30) for all customers with alternating day schedules by address, prohibited daytime hours, and a violation penalty structure including fines and flow restrictors, designed to extend groundwater supply and reduce peak summer irrigation demand.
• Water Conservation Rebate Program Financial rebate program for residential customers who upgrade to water-efficient appliances and irrigation systems, including rebates for low-flow toilets, high-efficiency clothes washers, dishwashers, shower heads, irrigation controllers, and rain sensors, designed to incentivize permanent reductions in household water consumption.
• Commercial Backflow Prevention Testing Service Annual backflow prevention device testing and certification service for commercial and irrigation installations within the district, with certified technician testing results submitted and tracked through the BSI Online platform to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Engineering and Development Services Engineering and development services for land developers, engineers, and contractors working on new construction within the district, including development review, system specifications, rules and regulations, tap permit processing, project bid opportunity posting via Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System, GIS data access, and utility locate services.
• Online and Automated Bill Payment Services Customer billing payment services offered through Xpress Bill Pay (online and mobile), bank auto-draft (checking or savings account on the 20th of each month), credit card payment by phone or in-person, and traditional mail payment to the district's P.O. Box, with drop box availability at the district office.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.7 MGD total water treatment capacity ensuring reliable supply
• +4 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sewer Line Rapid Assessment Tool (SL-RAT)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2023Sound wave-based technology deployed for assessing sanitary sewer collection system condition. Uses sound waves bounced between manholes to identify pipes needing maintenance or repair.
• KamstrupcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2022Technology vendor for polymer-bodied ultrasonic water meters being installed in the 2022-2026 Meter Replacement Program. Approximately 1,000 residential meters replaced annually. Part of AMI smart metering system.
• DiehlcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2022Technology vendor providing brass-bodied ultrasonic meters (HYDRUS 2.0) as alternative option in the Meter Replacement Program. Part of AMI smart metering system for accurate and reliable consumption measurement.
• AquaCell (AquaHawk)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2022AquaCell cellular endpoints (AMI) transmit meter readings every 6 hours using LTE-M protocol. Associated customer portal (AquaHawk) provides real-time usage data, leak alerts, and bill payment. FCC certified equipment.
• Tri-Lakes Joint-Use AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWoodmoor Water & Sanitation District No. 1 jointly owns and operates the wastewater treatment plant with Monument Sanitation District and Palmer Lake Sanitation District through the Tri-Lakes Joint-Use Authority. The plant has 4.6 MGD total capacity with aerated-lagoon system and UV disinfection.
• Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (BidNet)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistrict partners with BidNet to post bid opportunities for construction projects, RFPs, and RFQs. Vendors can register to receive automatic notifications for matching bid opportunities.
• JVA (Jeffrey K. H. Vaniona & Associates)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEngineering consulting firm providing services for district projects including Well 12R site work, South Tank Recoat Project, and Main Lift Station Elimination Project.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Triview Metropolitan District: Colorado special district in the I-25 corridor near Woodmoor providing water, wastewater, and road services to a fast-growing area. Comparable regional municipal-utility model with development-driven growth, though broader service mandate.
• Park Meadows Metropolitan District: Colorado special district providing water, sanitation, and municipal services in the Douglas County area. Operates with similar special district authority and faces comparable Front Range water supply challenges.
• Forest Hills Metropolitan District: Colorado special district providing water and wastewater service in the Black Forest area near Woodmoor. Comparable small-scale Colorado special district with similar terrain-driven infrastructure complexity.
• Cherokee Metropolitan District: Colorado special district south of Woodmoor providing water, wastewater, and parks services. Similar governance structure and Colorado water rights framework, with a comparable focus on Denver Basin aquifer management.
• Castle Pines Metropolitan District: Colorado special district serving the Castle Pines community south of Denver. Comparable in offering water, wastewater, and municipal services with similar tap-fee and bond-driven revenue model for infrastructure expansion.

Direct peers

• Monument Sanitation District: Adjacent Colorado special district in the Tri-Lakes area that co-owns the Tri-Lakes Joint-Use Authority wastewater treatment plant with Woodmoor. Comparable size, customer base, and Colorado special district governance model make it the closest operating peer.
• Palmer Lake Sanitation District: Third member of the Tri-Lakes Joint-Use Authority wastewater partnership with Woodmoor. Similar small-scale Colorado special district serving Palmer Lake with sanitary sewer service, making it a direct peer in service model and governance.
• Donala Water and Sanitation District: Colorado special district providing water and wastewater service in northern El Paso County near Woodmoor. Closely comparable in size, service offerings, and regulatory environment as a fellow Tri-Lakes area special district.

Broad incumbents

• Denver Water: Largest water utility in Colorado serving 1.5 million people in the Denver metro area. Provides a benchmark for Colorado water utility operations, supply management, and rate structures relevant to Woodmoor's operating environment.
• Colorado Springs Utilities: Large multi-service utility serving Colorado Springs and surrounding areas including water, wastewater, electric, and natural gas. Provides regional context for utility-scale operations and regulatory environment in El Paso County.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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