Lake County Water Authority

Conservation

Current Lake County Water Restrictions:
By following the current 2-day a week watering restriction, you save money and our precious water resources.

No watering between 10 am - 4 pm, 7 days a week

Use of reclaimed water is allowed at any time

There are no restrictions on car washing, but please follow water-conserving measures. Remember to use an automatic shut off on your hose.

Water Conservation Tips

Indoor Water Conservation

	Prevent water leaks, a 1/32 of an inch drip can waste more than 6,000 gallons of water each month
	Check for toilet tank leaks by adding coffee to the tank, if the tank is leaking, the coffee color will appear in the bowl within 30 minutes
	Take shorter showers, 10 minutes or less
	In older homes, install low flow showerheads, low flow toilets
	Save water by shutting off faucet while brushing teeth or shaving
	Operate dishwashers and washing machines when fully loaded
	Purchase front-loading washing machines to save water and electricity

Outdoor Water Conservation

	Vegetation needs only 1/2 to 3/4 inches of water twice a week
	Irrigate for no more than 40 minutes and no less than 20 minutes
	Irrigate yards and lawns before 10:00 am and after 4:00 pm to reduce fungus, disease and save water
	Sweep, don't hose down your driveway
	Plant native vegetation to save on irrigation costs
	Use a hose equipped with an automatic shutoff nozzle
	Consider using a water-saving device on your swimming pool

Stormwater Runoff Prevention Tips

	To minimize amount of fertilizers and pesticides used, plant native trees and plants
	Use natural, organic fertilizers low in phosphorus and use only small amounts
	Clean up driveway spills and leaks with kitty litter and dispose of litter in trash
	Keep grass clippings, leaves and branches away from ditches and storm drains
	Plant native vegetation along the shoreline to help capture stormwater
	Wash vehicles on grassy or mulched areas
	Create swales (low areas) or terracing on your property to catch, store and filter stormwater
	Minimize the amount of impervious surfaces (concrete, asphalt) and encourage the use of pervious surfaces (paving block, mulch, stones) for driveways, walkways and patios