Water Supply and Irrigation Systems
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating water treatment plants and/or operating water supply systems. The water supply system may include pumping stations, aqueducts, and/or distribution mains. The water may be used for drinking, irrigation, or other uses.
Hierarchy
| Code | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Utilities 2-digit sector | The Sector as a Whole The Utilities sector comprises establishments engaged in the provision of the following utility services: electric power, natural gas, steam supply, water supply, and sewage treatment and disposal. Within this sector, the specific activities associated with the utility services provided vary by utility: electric power includes generation, transmission, and distribution; natural gas includes distribution; steam supply includes provision and/or distribution; water supply includes treatment and distribution; and sewage removal includes collection, treatment, and disposal of waste through sewer systems and sewage treatment facilities. Excluded from this sector are establishments primarily engaged in waste management services classified in Subsector 562, Waste Management and Remediation Services. These establishments also collect, treat, and dispose of waste materials; however, they do not use sewer systems or sewage treatment facilities. |
| 221 | Utilities 3-digit subsector | Industries in the Utilities subsector provide electric power, natural gas, steam supply, water supply, and sewage treatment and disposal through a permanent infrastructure of lines, mains, and pipes. Establishments are grouped together based on the utility service provided and the particular system or facilities required to perform the service. |
| 2213 | Water, Sewage and Other Systems 4-digit industry group | This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in: (1) operating water treatment plants and/or water supply systems; (2) operating sewer systems or sewage treatment facilities; or (3) providing steam, heated air, or cooled air. |
| 22131 | Water Supply and Irrigation Systems 5-digit NAICS industry | See industry description for 221310. |
| 221310 | Water Supply and Irrigation Systems 6-digit U.S. detail | This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating water treatment plants and/or operating water supply systems. The water supply system may include pumping stations, aqueducts, and/or distribution mains. The water may be used for drinking, irrigation, or other uses. |
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Classification References
- 01Establishments primarily engaged in irrigation project construction (except lawn) are classified in Industry 237110, Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction;
- 02Establishments primarily engaged in installing lawn sprinkler systems are classified in Industry 238220, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors;
- 03Establishments primarily engaged in lawn irrigation services are classified in Industry 561730, Landscaping Services;
- 04Establishments primarily engaged in retailing bottled water are classified in U.S. Industry 445298, All Other Specialty Food Retailers; and
- 05Government establishments primarily engaged in administering irrigation districts are classified in Industry 926130, Regulation and Administration of Communications, Electric, Gas, and Other Utilities.
Index Items
Canal, irrigation
Filtration plant, water
Impounding reservoirs, irrigation
Irrigation system operation
Water distribution (except irrigation)
Water distribution for irrigation
Water filtration plant operation
Water supply systems
Water treatment and distribution
Water treatment plants
How Item Can Help
Manages inventory across large distribution hubs and retail locations while accurately tracking perishable water products and sensitive irrigation equipment to minimize spoilage and stockouts.
Optimizes order processing for complex B2B requests from municipalities and construction firms by reducing shipping errors and speeding up fulfillment for time-sensitive irrigation projects.
Coordinates last-mile deliveries and freight logistics to specific construction sites or municipal facilities, ensuring timely arrival of heavy irrigation machinery and large volumes of bulk water supplies.
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External Resources
Census.gov NAICS Detail
Official US Census Bureau definition and scope for NAICS 221310.
National Water Service Association
Trade association representing independent water service contractors and distributors.
U.S. Department of Energy Water Efficiency Program
Government resource offering tools and data for improving water system efficiency and management.
Water Distribution Systems Association
Industry organization providing technical resources and standards for water distribution systems.
