North Table Mountain DROUGHT AND WATER USE: Do not turn on automatic sprinkler systems until the end of May and more
2026 – DROUGHT AND OUTDOOR WATER USE RULES
The snow pack in the watersheds that we draw from is at record lows. We will be following Denver Water’s Drought restrictions this summer. North Table Mountain is required to achieve a 20% reduction in District wide water use.
Following are the Rules adopted as of March 25, 2026:
Hand watering of trees, planters and gardens is permitted.
Please do not turn on your automatic sprinkler systems until the end of May.
Lawn watering is only allowed two days per week.
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 irrigate while it is raining or during high winds.
Use a hose nozzle with a shut-off valve when washing your car.
Newly planted seed or sod may water the new turf as necessary for up to 21 days. After 21 days, the seed or sod is subject to outdoor watering rules.
Longer grass is more water efficient. Keep cool season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass between 2.5-3.5 inches and warm season grasses between 1-3 inches.