Stage 1 drought declared — here’s what it means for you - A message from Denver Water
It's a drought. Use Only What You Need.
Due to record-low snowpack and below-average reservoir levels, the Denver Board of Water Commissioners has declared a Stage 1 drought.
Denver Water is asking customers to reduce indoor and outdoor water use by at least 20%, which will help preserve water levels in reservoirs and help us avoid the need to increase restrictions later this summer.
3 Things You Need to Know:
- Keep automatic sprinkler systems OFF until mid-to-late May. If needed, hand-water trees and shrubs.
- Indoor water savings are just as important. Conduct an Indoor Self-Audit to find hidden leaks. Wash full loads of clothes and dishes and do 1-2 less loads a week. Reduce shower times.
- Once irrigation begins, outdoor watering is restricted to 2 days per week on assigned days. Lawns may only be watered before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m.
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Keep automatic sprinkler systems OFF until mid-to-late May or later, depending on spring weather. If needed, hand water trees and shrubs.
During drought, customers need to reduce water use by 20%. Here are some simple strategies to save water at home.
What does record-low snowpack mean for your water supplies? Get the latest snowpack and water supply weekly update on TAP.