BANCROFT-CLOVER WATER & SANITATION DISTRICT
900 South Wadsworth Boulevard
Lakewood, Colorado 80226-4306
(303) 922-1113
NEWSLETTER
June 2010 Editor: David Irish
General Manager 303-922-1113
District To Complete Multi-Year Water Line Replacement Project
In 2002 the District performed a system evaluation and created a Master Plan for Water and Sewer System Replacement. As a part of that plan there were high priority projects identified. Four inch water lines that were installed in the 1950’s, water line looping and system redundancy were the highest priority. Over the last 5 years Bancroft-Clover Water and Sanitation District has worked vigilantly to complete these projects. The Waterline Replacement Project of 2010 will mark the completion of these high priority projects. Since 2005 the District has replaced more than 40,700 feet of water line, replaced 52 fire hydrants, and added 38 new fire hydrants to aid in the event of an emergency.
The District has completed these projects without borrowing funds or selling bonds. All projects were completed using District reserves that were set aside for infrastructure replacement. This is an excellent example of proactive system replacement that will benefit all customers of the Bancroft-Clover District for years to come.
Adjust Sprinkler System Timing Every Month To Save Water Over The Summer
Adjusting the timing of watering each area of turf for the month of the summer instead of setting it once can save approximately fifty percent of the total water used! Each zone or area needs only half the water in May and September that it needs in August. A chart is available on the Denver Water web site www.denverwater.org under the conservation tab that will help gauge how many minutes each zone needs for each month of the summer.
2010 Watering Rules
Watering rules for the 2010 irrigation season are now in effect. Additional information, watering tips, and water conservation ideas can be found on the Denver Water web site www.denverwater.org.
Please take a look at the following watering rules and regulations:
- Water during the cooler times of the day. Lawn watering is not allowed between 10AM and 6PM.
- Do not allow water to pool in gutters, streets or alleys.
- Do not waste water by spraying or sprinkling concrete or asphalt.
- Repair leaking or broken sprinkler systems within 10 days.
- Do not water when it is windy or raining.
- Water only three times per week.
- There are exemptions for new sod or new plantings.
Gardens can be watered anytime however it is also recommended to water before 10AM or after 6PM. Please contact the District office at 303-922-1113 to report water waste.
Look For Products and Services With the WaterSense Label
Denver Water has developed a partnership with the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency and WaterSense. This is a national program that makes it easy for anyone to choose a product or service that will save water without losing out on quality or product performance. WaterSense labeled products have been independently certified for water efficiency and performance. It also certifies industry professionals who promote the efficient use of water and the use of water saving items.
Products include bathroom sink faucets, high-efficiency toilets and urinals, showerheads, landscape irrigation services and weather-based irrigation controllers.
Look for the WaterSense label when purchasing water related products. There is quarterly newsletter that can be found at The WaterSense Current, or on the EPA website www.epa.gov/watersense.
Save Water and Get a Rebate!
The Denver Water Rebate Program is in full swing with rebates provided for customers purchasing and installing qualifying high-efficient toilets, washing machines, rain sensors and other water saving items. Please check www.denverwater.org under the water conservation tab to identify the eligible items. Bancroft-Clover Water and Sanitation District customers continue to be near the top of suburban districts to receive rebates.