Tag: Water Restrictions
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Palmer Lake declares water emergency
The town of Palmer Lake last week declared a Stage 1 Water Emergency, citing nonexistent flows in the town’s surface water source. In a memo, Palmer Lake Water Supervisor Charles Roubidoux said Monument Creek has been “completely dry” since June 19, forcing the town to rely solely on its groundwater wells. “The town has observed…
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Palmer Lake declares water emergency
The town of Palmer Lake last week declared a Stage 1 Water Emergency, citing nonexistent flows in the town’s surface water source. In a memo, Palmer Lake Water Supervisor Charles Roubidoux said Monument Creek has been “completely dry” since June 19, forcing the town to rely solely on its groundwater wells. “The town has observed…
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Manitou Springs lifts water restrictions as crews repair underground pipes
Manitou Springs lifted citywide water restrictions on Sunday evening that were prompted by a broken water main near Manitou Avenue and El Monte Place. Crews were still repairing a broken water main near Tyler Street, with service disruptions expected to continue until the underground pipes were fully repaired, city officials said. Residents should continue to…
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Colorado Springs Utilities emphasizes cautious water use, not restrictions
Colorado Springs Utilities is asking customers to follow the same water rules that are always in place for the summer to avoid future water restrictions. There are six Water Wise Rules the municipal utility enacts for outdoor gardening and cleaning in Colorado Springs. One of the rules goes into effect May 1, allowing for outdoor…
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Manitou Springs begins water restrictions
The city of Manitou Springs enacted water restrictions Friday in response to this year’s Colorado snowpack, which is the worst in the history of climate recording. “The best solution towards the sustainability of our water system is a community-wide approach towards decreasing our amount of water used,” stated a news release Monday from the city…