Sage Advice About Water

“To take care of your lawn, one must first understand the rules by which to do it. With efficiency comes simplicity. I now present you with the Ways of the Water.”

- Sage, the water-wise frog

Colorado Springs Utilities’ water-wise rules help us all to responsibly use a limited resource. After all, this is a growing community in a semi-arid climate. You can maintain a vibrant, healthy landscape with responsible watering practices, and Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to working with you.

SIX WATER-WISE RULES:

1. You may water your lawn and landscaping up to three days a week (Sunday to Saturday). You choose the days.

2. From May 1 to Oct. 15, water before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m. to reduce evaporation.

3. Don’t let water pool on hard surfaces or flow down gutters.

4. Repair leaking sprinkler systems within 10 days.

5. Use a shut-off nozzle when washing anything with a hose.

6. Clean hard surfaces (such as driveways, sidewalks, and patios) with water only if there is a public health and safety concern.

Over the next 50 years, the Colorado Springs community needs to save more than 10,000 acrefeet per year of water to meet our long-term water resource goals. That’s enough water to fill more than 5,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools annually. These rules are expected to meet 10% of that efficiency goal.

Remember, customers who need to establish new grass or plants with sprinklers can apply for a permit to do so without penalty.

Colorado Springs Utilities has tips and resources to help you be successful with the water-wise rules. Scan the QR code for more information.