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Outdoor Conservation

A survey conducted in the LVMWD service area shows that nearly 70 percent of the water we serve is used outdoors, primarily for landscaping. Outdoor conservation is particularly important in our service area, because excessive irrigation not only wastes water but also results in urban runoff, polluting our local creeks and streams. Did you know a turf lawn in our region requires five feet of water each year? Consider new landscape selections that require less water.

Take advantage of our rebates for new, water efficient irrigation rotary nozzles, or even a new Weather Based Irrigation Controller (WBIC) that automatically adjusts to match your landscape’s needs to changes in the weather.

Outdoor Conservation Equipment

  • New rotary sprinkler heads that reduce evaporation
  • Weather-Based Irrigation Controller
  • Drip irrigation
  • Trigger nozzle for hose

Outdoor Conservation Practices

  • Seasonally adjust irrigation timer; less in fall & winter months, more in spring and summer
  • Check for leaks near irrigation valves and look for unusually wet areas in lawn & garden
  • Reduce the amount of turf; replace with California Friendly plant selections
  • Irrigation zones should be matched to similar plant selections and timed accordingly
  • Use a bucket and a hose with a trigger nozzle to wash cars; don’t let the water run
  • Don’t let children use the hose as a toy
  • Add water to pools and spas only when needed; don’t change out water unnecessarily
  • A pool cover can greatly reduce evaporation loss
  • Don’t cut the lawn too short; allow for growth beyond 2 inches before cutting
  • Use compost or mulch to help soil retain moisture in lawns and gardens
  • Water in the evening or early morning hours to minimize evaporation loss
  • Don’t water on windy days
  • Turn your sprinkler system off before, during and after periods of rain
  • Don’t water every day – your plants don’t need that much water
  • Don’t hose down paved areas; use a broom instead
  • If there is any runoff from your property, there is a problem that needs correction
Last updated: 7/19/2010 1:23:01 PM