Water Conservation

Protect Groundwater Resources With Water Conservation

Water conservation can provide additional water supplies for future demands, sufficient water supplies during times of drought, and adequate aquifer water levels for groundwater wells.

Water is a valuable resource, and as the Texas population continues to grow, the water supplies are vulnerable to decreasing over the next 50 years.

It is important that we all do our part to conserve water for future use to prevent depletion of our groundwater resources.

Tips to Conserve Water

Indoor

Take short showers.
Turn off the water while brushing your teeth or shaving.
Wait for a full load of clothes before running the washing machine.
Put garbage in the trash can instead of the garbage disposal.
Run the dishwasher only when full.
Teach children to turn off faucets tightly after each use.
Fix leaks in plumbing and toilets
Install low-flow toilets, restrictive shower heads, aerators for faucets, and water-efficient dishwashers and washing machines.

Outdoor

Rainwater harvest or re-purpose grey water.
Use drought-tolerant plants, native plants, or even Xeriscape when landscaping
Adjust sprinklers to only water your lawn and not the house, sidewalk, or street.
Install a rain sensor on your irrigation system, so it won’t run when it’s raining.
Use soaker hoses to water the shrubs.
Put mulch around trees and shrubs.
Use a broom instead of a water hose to clean the sidewalk or driveway.
Water in the morning and evening when temperatures are cooler to minimize evaporation.
Water wisely. One inch of water once a week should be sufficient for your lawn.

*The District office maintains a native, drought-tolerant landscape. The plants include Indian Hawthorn, Tree Holly, Yaupon Holly, Texas Sage, Texas Lantana, Knockout Rose, and Texas Coneflower.