Each year one half of the 1.4 billion gallons of water we deliver is used for outdoor irrigation.
This page contains information and resources to help our community become more effective stewards of our vital water resources.
Drought Watering Restrictions
The following watering restrictions are in effect from March 25, 2026 through April 30, 2027 or until further action by the District Board.
Outdoor watering is restricted to no more than two days a week and must follow the schedule below.
Customers using ditch or well water must post prominent signage displaying the source of the water and may not water between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
In addition to these watering restrictions customers must follow the annual watering rules.
| SUN | MON | TUES | WED | THUR | FRI | SAT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family homes: Odd-numbered address | |||||||
| Single-family homes: Even-numbered address | |||||||
| All others, including: multifamily and commercial | |||||||
| Flowers and vegetables by means of a handheld hose |
Minutes to Water per Zone per Month
These times are based on a sprinkler system running at an efficient level. Watering is not allowed between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
| Month | Fixed spray heads | Rotor heads | Rotary/high-efficiency nozzles | Manual sprinklers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January- April water trees and shrubs as needed. | ||||
| May | 12 minutes | 24 minutes | 30 minutes | 18 minutes |
| June | 17 minutes | 35 minutes | 43 minutes | 26 minutes |
| July | 18 minutes | 36 minutes | 45 minutes | 27 minutes |
| August | 14 minutes | 27 minutes | 34 minutes | 20 minutes |
| September | 11 minutes | 23 minutes | 28 minutes | 17 minutes |
| October-December water trees and shrubs as needed. |
Outdoor Water Use Rules
To help conserve water and reduce water waste, the following watering rules are in effect every summer regardless of drought conditions.
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Learn more about Colorado-specific plants and year-round gardening tips.
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