Summary
Denver has started mandatory water restrictions due to severe drought conditions and historically low snowpack levels. The restrictions include limited outdoor watering schedules to conserve water and avoid more severe measures later. About 1.5 million people who rely on Denver Water are affected by these new rules.
Key Facts
- Denver enacted mandatory water restrictions for the first time since 2013.
- The city declared a Stage 1 drought due to very low snowpack and dry conditions.
- Residents can water lawns only two days a week on assigned days.
- Watering restrictions apply to homes, businesses, and public properties.
- Denver Water plans to enforce these measures and encourage reporting of water waste.
- Proposed drought pricing may increase the cost of high water use but keep essential indoor water costs the same.
- The restrictions affect 1.5 million people using Denver’s water system.
