City of Boulder issued the following announcement on Sept. 3.
The City of Boulder advises community members that they will see lower lake and pond levels and dry vegetation in city open space and park areas amid severe drought conditions. Because Boulder has a semi-arid climate, the municipal (treated water) supply was developed to anticipate periodic drought conditions.
At this time, there are no water use restrictions in place, and drinking water quality remains unaffected. Still, the city encourages the efficient use of water, such as irrigating between the hours of 9 p.m. and 9 a.m. and inspecting your sprinkler system for inefficiencies. Free sprinkler consultations for Boulder water customers are available from Resource Central. The city actively monitors water supplies and will inform residents of any changes.
Current drought conditions are affecting city open space and park lands by:
- Contributing to lower lake and pond levels because of evaporation. Lower and stagnant water levels combined with higher water temperatures could adversely impact fish.
- Increasing wildfire risk due to drying vegetation. Read six tips to protect yourself and our community from wildfires.
- Limiting open space irrigation water availability as irrigation ditches with more senior (older) rights use available water. This can make it difficult to recharge lakes and supply water to farmers and ranchers who lease city agricultural lands.
As reported previously, the Boulder Reservoir is being drained over the next two months to allow for dam maintenance. The water released from the reservoir is being delivered for municipal and agricultural use.
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