Wash Maintenance 05-05-2026 update

Presented by
Justin T. Weldy, Public Works Director
Town Council Meeting
May 5th, 2026
Town of Fountain Hills
FY26 Wash Maintenance Update

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Wash 
Maintenance 
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Wash Maintenance
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Town manages approximately 208 total acres of surface drainage washes
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In FY26, approximately 31 acres of washes have been maintained:
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Ashbrook Wash (FH Blvd to Saguaro) – 28.2 acres
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Emerald Wash (Saguaro to Town Limit) – 2.6 acres
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At approximately 50 tons/per acre - 1,540 tons of organic material 
shredded in FY26

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Ashbrook Wash
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Ashbrook Wash
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Emerald Wash
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Emerald Wash
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Emerald Wash
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