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Trash the guts this Halloween!
Happy Halloween from the District!
Winterize Your Sprinkler System Before it Freezes
The district would like to remind its customers to turn off and winterize their sprinkler systems before the first freeze of the season.Without proper preparation, your sprinkler system might be damaged by freezing temperatures.
- Shut off the water supply to the irrigation system.
- If you have a timer/automatic controller, don’t forget to turn that off too.
10th Annual Imagine a Day Without Water event planned for Oct. 17
By Don Ireland, contributing writer for Colorado WaterWise
Fall Lawn Care
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 doesn’t stop growing until it frosts over. Regular mowing helps the turf stay healthier. The ideal height for growing turf in Colorado is about 2 ½ to 3 inches.
Cover Your Flush
The district uses best practices to maintain sewer systems and lessen the risk of a blockage. This includes video and physical inspections, the use of root treatment chemicals, and regular cleaning. But it is up to the homeowner to protect their sewer line.
Water and Sewer Locates in Your Neighborhood
The district continues to have an exceptional amount of utility locate requests.
Closed for Labor Day
The District office will be closed on Monday, September 2 for Labor Day.
If you have urgent business with the district on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your request as soon as possible.
Keep Wipes out of the Pipes!
Protect your pipes! Never flush wipes, feminine hygiene products, dental floss, cotton swabs, or anything other than the 3 Ps: Pee, Poop, & Toilet Paper.
Flushing these products can also harm sewer and wastewater treatment systems, clogging equipment and leading to environmental damage and higher sewer rates.