We comprehensively manage our water resources. It starts with how we select our springs, and continues through daily monitoring of our sources and the surrounding environment. This protects the health and sustainability of the springs, and connected surface and groundwater supplies, including related community wells. It also ensures that surrounding plant and animal habitats, wetlands and riparian areas remain vital and diverse.

Selecting a Spring Water Source
When considering a new source, we look for a healthy and protected ecosystem, an abundant water supply, and spring water that is exceptionally pure and great tasting.

Finding a Healthy and Protected Ecosystem
The siting process includes studies of aquatic life, soils, wildlife, wetlands, riparian areas and surface waters. We conduct extensive research, including historic and cultural influences, and land-use practices dating back more than 100 years.

Water Quantity
We take only what nature can replenish. We research historical and geologic records for information on abundant resources, and then conduct extensive hydrologic studies. Recharge patterns are critical in determining the amount of water a spring can safely yield.

Taste Tests
Each spring has a unique “taste fingerprint” defined by its natural mineral composition. In addition to extensive chemical analyses, experienced water tasters within the company conduct taste panels to confirm that the best tasting springs are used.

A Week in the Life of a Natural Resource Manager