City of Manitou Springs moves to level one water restrictions

MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Manitou Springs announces level-one water restrictions due to the state's lowest snowpack in recorded history, according to the city.

Level One Restrictions are summarized as follows, according to the city

• Outdoor Watering
  • Even-numbered properties
    • Water Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
  • Odd-numbered properties
    • Water Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
  • Max of two hours per day from 5 a.m. – 8 a.m. or 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
  • Only 20 minutes per zone
  • Subject to a minimum fine of $100
• Hand Watering:
  • Allowed at any time if the hose is equipped with an automatic shutoff valve.
• Drip irrigation:
  • Unrestricted drip irrigation is permitted at any time.

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