The new water conservation measures were implemented after a filter at Lake Lewisville’s water treatment plant was damaged.
DENTON, Texas — The City of Denton has implemented mandatory water conservation measures limiting watering of lawns and gardens to once a week, the city announced Tuesday.
Officials said the new restrictions come as the city has entered Phase 2 of its drought contingency plan after exceeding its daily water treatment capacity for three consecutive days.
“While the water supply remains healthy, these measures will ensure sustainable use during the repair period,” city officials said in the notice. “As a reminder, the current situation is caused by unforeseen repairs required to two damaged filters at the Lake Lewisville Treatment Plant, resulting in a temporary reduction in treatment capacity.”
Watering is limited to one day per week, and the watering schedule for residents and businesses is as follows:
Monday for business addresses ending in even numbers (0, 2, 4, 6, 8). Tuesday for residential addresses ending in even numbers (0, 2, 4, 6, 8). Wednesday for residential addresses ending in odd numbers (1, 3, 5, 7, 9). Thursday for business addresses ending in odd numbers (1, 3, 5, 7, 9). Wednesday only from 6pm to 10am
Officials said they would monitor compliance with the restrictions and penalties could be imposed for any violations.
Residents are also encouraged to take additional steps such as using drought-tolerant plants, repairing leaks immediately and reducing water use where possible.
Denton officials said they are working on repairs to filters at the Lake Lewisville Treatment Plant and expect to have them completed by Aug. 23. Water treatment capacity will return to normal by mid-September, officials said.
For more information, visit the Water Wise Denton website.
