Water Wait

Water break in Quemazon
What is Water Wait?

Per DPU's Rules and Regulations, Water Rule W-8 provides requirements for the conservation of produced water within Los Alamos County. This rule applies to all users of potable water produced by DPU. 

"No person, firm, corporation, county, school, state facility or operation shall cause or allow to occur water waste."

Watering Restrictions

Watering restrictions are in place in order to reduce water use and to reduce strain on water pumping equipment.

In effect May 1 through September 30, the following outdoor watering schedule is implemented:

  1. Water outdoor landscaping before 10am or after 5pm
  2. Odd (blue boxes below) addresses irrigate on Sunday, Wednesday, Friday
  3. Even (red boxes below) addresses irrigate on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday

Water restriction schedule

Other water restriction tips:

  • Use automatic shut-off nozzles on hoses.
  • Prevent water waste (such as overflowing water onto sidewalks and streets).
  • Use timers on hoses and sprinklers to prevent leaving water on excessively.
  • Reevaluate irrigation schedule and needs.
  • Clean driveways and sidewalks using a broom instead of water.
  • Harvest rainwater or greywater for use later.
  • Wash vehicles using a bucket or a commercial car wash instead of a running hose.

Read the language of Water Rule W-8 here(PDF, 29KB).

 

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