Due to ongoing dry conditions and prevailing high winds, Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova of the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has enacted fire restrictions to Stage 1, effective April 28, within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, natural and historical artifacts. Click below to view the order and press release.
The effluent non-potable water from the White Rock Water Resource Reclamation Facility (WRRF) fills the Overlook Irrigation Booster Pond. This water is used to irrigate the ballfields in White Rock. In the summer months, algae growth and sediment/debris accumulate in the pond and then plugs the ballfield sprinkler heads. The pond cover will minimize algae growth and sediment.