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Keep the frights out of your pipes!
This Halloween, protect your pipes from a plumbing nightmare and freezing temperatures.
Halloween is full of tricks, treats, and pumpkin carving fun—but nothing’s scarier than a plumbing nightmare! Pumpkin guts and seeds may seem harmless, but when they dry, they become sticky like glue and can cling to the sides of your pipes, causing stubborn clogs, costly repairs and unnecessary water waste.
South Platte Renew Community Plant Tour
Join South Platte Renew (SPR) on October 21, 2025 from 1 pm - 2:30 pm for their final tour of the season!
Winterize Your Sprinkler System Before the First Freeze
The district would like to remind customers to shut off and winterize their sprinkler systems before freezing temperatures arrive. The district responds to numerous service calls for frozen or broken irrigation lines each year.
Fall Lawn Care Made Simple
Following the tips below can prevent your lawn from getting strained during the coldest months ahead and help it reemerge healthy and lush in the springtime.
Keep Mowing – Grass continues growing until the first frost. Regular mowing keeps turf healthier. In Colorado, the ideal turf height is about 2 ½ to 3 inches.
Keep Your Water Service Flowing Smoothly
Now’s a good time to get caught up on past-due bills since water use usually goes down this time of year. And remember—any payment helps! Even a partial payment makes a difference.
Here are a few ways to stay on track:
Denver Water statement regarding the Sept. 9, 2025, Denver Broncos announcement about Burnham Yard
DENVER — Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 – On Sept. 9, 2025, the Denver Broncos, Gov. Jared Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced that Burnham Yard is the preferred home for the new stadium site.
Drought Status
As of the August 26 report from the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 53% of Colorado is experiencing some level of drought. Current conditions include 11% in Moderate Drought, 13% in Severe Drought, 21% in Extreme Drought, and 7% in Exceptional Drought. An additional 13% of the state is classified as Abnormally Dry.