Voluntary water restrictions now in effect. Colorado Springs Utilities’ customers have proven they care about water resources in Colorado. Our water storage situation has improved dramatically since the extreme drought of 2002. As a result, voluntary restrictions are now in effect. Springs Utilities will actively monitor the situation and update City Council as conditions change. Springs Utilities supports good habits and encourages responsible water conservation in our semi-arid climate, even when water supply is normal. Customers are encouraged to continue their conservation efforts! Recommendations for wise water use: Wise Watering Water only when needed and no more than three days per week. Water before 9 a.m. or after 6 p.m. to minimize evaporation. Don’t allow water to pool or flow across the ground or pavement.
Wise Landscaping Evaluate and improve soil before installing lawn or landscape. Use 3 to 5 cubic yards of organic material for every 1000 square feet of planting area. Till soil amendment to a minimum depth of 6 inches. Ask your local garden center, nursery, supply yard or landscape professional about water-friendly plants and materials.
Wise Solutions Take a self-guided tour of the Xeriscape TM Demonstration Garden at the Conservation and Environmental Center, 2855 Mesa Road, or at the Cottonwood Creek Park Recreation Center, 3920 Dublin Blvd.
Use our Water Savings Calculator to convert the cubic feet of water noted in your bill into gallons. The calculator automatically calculates the average number of gallons you saved each day and converts it to a percentage of overall water use. | 
