Back in September 2009 we began building a five-acre effluent lake within the community. Construction was completed in December and we’d like to take this opportunity to provide you with further information on the project and answer a few questions we’ve received.

What is the purpose of the effluent lake?
A half-million dollar investment in the community, the lake is part of Talking Rock’s water service agreement with the ICR Water Users Association. Water stored in the lake will assist with the irrigation of the Talking Rock golf course during the summer months, thus placing less stress on the wells during that period. Effluent water should eventually provide 100 percent of the Prescott golf course’s irrigation needs.

Where is the water coming from?
The lake is currently being filled with water reclaimed from users living in Inscription Canyon, The Preserve, Whispering Canyon and Talking Rock.

I’ve noticed other construction. What else is happening at Talking Rock?
Dirt recovered from effluent lake construction was used to reshape the practice facility target area. Originally designed as a two-tee range, the facility was updated to a single tee design creating more definition and enhancing view lines for all targets. Recently completed, the reshaping has created more of a “fairway” look. Also, in an effort to conserve water, irrigated turf once used to frame the driving range floor has been replaced by native grasses.