May 1: Water-wise shift in outdoor watering schedules

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Colorado Springs Utilities (Springs Utilities) wants to remind everyone that Wednesday, May 1, is the time to shift outdoor watering schedules to before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m.

According to Springs Utilities, when running during the heat of the day, sprinklers can lose a lot of water to evaporation, and following this water-wise schedule can help prevent that loss. Customers can water lawns up to three days a week but should adjust how frequently they water lawns each month according to the recommended lawn watering schedules .

These guidelines remain in place until October 15, when customers should cut back to watering twice a month during warm days.

Springs Utilities said these water-wise rules help prevent unnecessary water loss in our community and are tailored to support healthy landscapes in our semi-arid region while optimizing water use.

Other year-round rules include:

• Don’t let water pool on hard surfaces or flow down gutters.
• Repair leaking sprinkler systems within 10 days
• Use a shut-off nozzle when washing anything with a hose
• Clean hard surfaces (driveways, sidewalks, etc.) with water only if there is a public health and safety concern.

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