About LCU

Mission Statement

The mission of the Las Cruces Utilities Department is to provide natural gas, water, wastewater, and solid waste services to ratepayers, so that they can enjoy a safe, healthy, productive, and sustainable environment.

Organization

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) operates as a non-profit organization governed by the Utilities Board of Commissioners that established strategic policy. LCU is solely funded by rates and charges authorized by the Board, providing utility services to approximately 100,000 residents and businesses within its service territory.

Purpose Statement

The LCU Director’s responsibility is to provide leadership to the Las Cruces Utilities Department and policy implementation services for Associates, the Utilities Board, City Manager’s Office, and City Council so they can better understand the utilities services offered, expand utilities services, make well-informed decisions, and support the growth of the local economy.

Strategic Business Plan

Contact Us – Utilities

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Regulatory Compliance

The City of Las Cruces Utilities Regulatory Compliance Team provides professional and technical program support in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations by advising and assisting LCU…

Waste Disposal

Solid Waste The City of Las Cruces Solid Waste Utility supplies about 31,000 residential and 2,200 commercial customers with trash containers. It also disposes of about 6,000 tons of trash…

Utility Standards

These standards and specifications are published by the Las Cruces Utilities as an aid in design and construction to entities working in the City of Las Cruces. All main line…

Customer Central – Your Utility Connection

Our staff is here to assist you with signing up for services, bill management, and with learning more about what Las Cruces Utilities has to offer you. Manage your utility…

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