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San Antonio Water System has installed its final electronic meter today, rounding out the largest electronic meter replacement project in the U.S.
The meters collect hourly readings from businesses and homes and transmit the data back to SAWS via a wireless network.
The information can then be used to generate bills and to trigger alerts for leaks or high-water use.
SAWS first piloted the ConnectH20 electronic meter technology in 2021 at more than 2,500 homes and businesses across the city. The local water utility said it conducted tests to ensure the meter readings were accurate and customers were able to access their water use information.
Citywide deployment of ConnectH20 meters was approved in Dec. 2021.
The program has since replaced over 604,000 meters across the city and electronic meters are now being installed at all new service locations.
SAWS officials say the project — which cost around $200 million — is being completed a year ahead of schedule
