Groundwater Recharge: How Arizona is Using Artificial Groundwater Recharge to Combat Flooding

Arizona is redefining stormwater management by using artificial groundwater recharge to combat both flooding and long-term water scarcity. This white paper explores how deep-infiltration systems move stormwater off the surface quickly while replenishing critical aquifers at rates far exceeding natural recharge. With extreme weather, drought and infrastructure risk on the rise, Arizona’s model offers engineers a proven, scalable approach to protecting communities from flooding while strengthening groundwater resilience.