Propane

Propane Service

Propane Service From the Tohono O’odham Utility Authority

Propane is a versatile fuel that can power many appliances, from water heaters to barbecues. In some cases, a propane generator can power an entire house. Tohono O’odham Nation residents or businesses that use propane can sign up for propane service from the Tohono O’odham Utility Authority. Once you’ve created an account, we’ll fill your propane tank when you request a delivery. We recommend scheduling delivery once your tank reaches 20%. Scroll down to see our propane delivery schedule.
A propane tank near bushes and a tree on a residential lawn

How to Establish Propane Service With TOUA

Residents who would like to set up new service with TOUA on property assigned to them must be 18 years old, and proof of age must be verified with identification such as a driver’s license, tribal identification, or a social security card. Applicant must also submit a district resolution that gives TOUA permission to provide ALL utility services. If you are requesting propane service on land that is assigned to someone else, you’ll need to submit a notarized letter from the named land assignee that gives you permission to establish utility services with TOUA. A signed contract and deposit fee must be paid before the service is supplied.

The customer is required to have a service line installed at their own expense. The service line must pass a pressure test conducted by TOUA. Specification sheets for a service line install are available in our office. Existing TOUA customers who haven’t used a service line for a year or more must have the service line inspected to ensure it meets safety requirements.

Ordering a Propane Delivery

Please note we only deliver propane to established customers who have current accounts using their own or TOUA tanks. We recommend scheduling a propane delivery when your tank falls to 20% full. A day or two before your area’s scheduled delivery day, call us at (520) 383-8536 to schedule a propane delivery. This gives us sufficient time to deliver your propane before the tank is empty. Please check the delivery schedule below to find your delivery day. We’ve also included a chart to help determine when your tank is at 20%. 

For a safe propane delivery to your home. Please have the gates open, have a clear path to your propane tank, and have all dogs restrained as needed.

Costs and Fees for Propane Services From TOUA

Propane costs are $4.00/gallon currently, but are subject to change in accordance with market fluctuations. After a customer has had service with us for a year, they can elect to use our budget plan, which allows customers to pay a set amount based on the previous year’s usage. This provides an average monthly cost that’s more affordable than paying the entire amount for each delivery. Customers on a will-call or COD (all cash on delivery) basis must pre-pay for propane. Other fees and charges include:
New customer set-up and delivery fee
$75.00
Interruption in scheduled delivery fee (IISD)*
$75.00
Tampering fee**
$250.00
Reconnect fee – Within 3 business days
$25.00
Pressure test customer service line
$45.00
Minimum Order – 50 gallons @ $4.00/gallon
$200.00
Budget customer refundable deposit***
$150.00
*IISD was previously called Same Day Delivery Fee. **Tampering fees are charged if a customer connects or disconnects anything to TOUA propane equipment. Do not attach small BBQ propane bottles to TOUA equipment, as they will cause damage. ***Applied to your account after 12 months of on-time payments. Deposits are determined by the cost of one minimum order of propane, currently 50 gallons at $4.00/gallon.

Propane Delivery Schedule

Monday (South) Tuesday (West) Wednesday (North) Thursday (East) Friday (Sells)
Big Fields
Charco 27
AK Chin
Artesia
Sec 01
Choulic
Covered Wells
Anegam
Comobabi
Sec 02
Coldfields
Gunsight
Cababi
Crowhang
Sec 03
Cowlic
Hickiwan
Chui Chu
Fresnal
Sec 04
Fresnal Canyon
Kaka
Cockleburr
Garcia Strip
Sec 05
Miguel Community
Kerwo
Jackrabbit
LT Tucson
Sec 06
New Fields
Kukatch
Kohatk
Pan Tak
Sec 07
San Miguel
Managers Dam
Nolic
Queenswell
South Komelic
Pia Oik
North Komelic
San Pedro
St. James Ranch
Pisinemo
Oakum Kuk
San Xavier
Topawa
San Simon
Palo Verde
Santa Rosa Ranch
Vamori
Santa Cruz
Rincon
Schuk Toak Farms
Ston-Sudagi
S.R. Day School
Sil Nayka
Vaya Chin
San Lucy Farms
Ventana
San Luis
Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa Sub
Sikul Himatk
Via Vo Farms
Whitehorse Pass

Propane Percentage Scale

Call to schedule a delivery when your tank’s gauge indicates it’s at 20%. See the table below to calculate percentages and the corresponding gallons:
250 Gallon Tank 150 Gallon Tank 120 Gallon Tank
5% = 12.5 gals
5% = 7.5 gals
5% = 6 gals
10% = 25 gals
10% = 15 gals
10% = 12 gals
15% = 37.5
15% = 22.5 gals
15% = 18 gals
20% = 50 gals Schedule delivery when tank is at 20%
20% = 30 gals Schedule delivery when tank is at 20%
20% = 24 gals Schedule delivery when tank is at 20%
25% = 62.5 gals
25% = 37.5 gals
25% = 30 gals
30% = 75 gals
30% = 45 gals
30% = 36 gals
35% = 87.5 gals
35% = 52.5 gals
35% = 42 gals
40% = 100 gals
40% = 60 gals
40% = 48 gals
45% = 112.5 gals
45% = 67.5 gals
45% = 54 gals
50% = 125 gals
50% = 75 gals
50% = 60 gals
55% = 137.5 gals
55% = 82.5 gals
55% = 66 gals
60% = 150 gals
60% = 90 gals
60% = 72 gals
65% = 162.5 gals
65% = 97.5 gals
65% = 78 gals
70% = 175 gals
70% = 105 gals
70% = 84 gals
75% = 187.5
75% = 112.5 gals
75% = 90 gals
80% = 200 gals
80% = 120 gals
80% = 96 gals

Contact TOUA for Additional Information

For more details on propane and other utility services from TOUA, please contact us.
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