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.
Establishments primarily engaged in irrigation project construction (except lawn) are classified in Industry 237110, Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction; Establishments primarily engaged in installing lawn sprinkler systems are classified in Industry 238220, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors; Establishments primarily engaged in lawn irrigation services are classified in Industry 561730, Landscaping Services; Establishments primarily engaged in retailing bottled water are classified in U.S. Industry 445298, All Other Specialty Food Retailers; and Government establishments primarily engaged in administering irrigation districts are classified in Industry 926130, Regulation and Administration of Communications, Electric, Gas, and Other Utilities.