In this issue
Time for summer watering rules
You could help Denver save millions of gallons of water each year simply by adjusting your sprinkler system each month.
Outside irrigation accounts for about half of a household’s water use. Many people set their sprinkler systems once at the beginning of the summer and don’t bother adjusting sprinkler times each month to account for varying weather and precipitation patterns. Doing so could save water and money on your water bill.
Follow these mandatory summer watering rules to use only what you need.
- Water during cooler times of day to avoid evaporation. Lawn watering is NOT allowed between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
- Do not allow water to pool in gutters, streets and alleys.
- Do not waste water by letting it spray on concrete and asphalt.
- Repair leaking sprinkler systems within 10 days.
- Do not use spray irrigation while it is raining or during high winds.
Also, remember that summer watering rules are in effect May 1 through Oct. 1. There are no assigned watering days, but never water more than three days a week.
Plugging leaks stops water loss
Denver Water saved more than 38 million gallons of water in 2009 by finding and fixing leaks.
Last year, our leak detection crew surveyed more than 600 miles of pipe to locate problem areas that were leaking — where water was lost to our system and wasn’t being paid for.
Our system is aging, and leaks are bound to happen. But we’re committed to using only what we need — by finding, fixing and preventing unnecessary water loss.
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The days of wooden pipes
In the early 1900s, many of Denver Water’s large pipes were assembled with wood, secured with metal bands and sealed with a yarn-like material.
As technology advanced, Denver Water began installing conduits made of concrete and steel, much more durable materials.
In 1963, Denver Water removed its last wood stave conduit from service.
Save water with E-bill and Auto Pay Plan
Did you know it takes about 2.6 gallons of water to produce one sheet of paper?*
Save water, trees and time by signing up for Denver Water’s Automatic Pay Plan and E-bill.
Automatic Pay Plan — free
Your water bill payment will automatically be withdrawn from your bank account. Never worry about the due date again.
E-bills — free
Ready to go paperless? In addition to Denver Water’s Automatic Pay Plan, you can receive your water bills via e-mail.
After you have enrolled in our Automatic Pay Plan, click on E-bill and send Denver Water your e-mail address. Your next water bill will be e-mailed to you, saving paper with each bill.
*Source: The Water Footprint Network calculates the amount of water needed to make dozens of common items.