🚰 Stage 1 Drought: New Watering Rules in Effect Through April 2027

The Denver Water Board has declared a Stage 1 drought, effective March 25, 2026 through April 30, 2027, to cut water use by 20%. This affects all Bancroft-Clover Water and Sanitation District customers in southeastern Lakewood and unincorporated Jefferson County.

Outdoor watering limits:

  • Single-family homes: even addresses – Sunday & Thursday; odd addresses – Wednesday & Saturday.
  • All other properties: Tuesdays & Fridays only.

Summer watering rules:

  • Water only 6 p.m.–10 a.m.
  • Fix leaks within 10 days
  • Don’t water during rain or high winds
  • Use a shut-off nozzle when washing cars

Hand watering of trees, shrubs, and gardens is allowed any day, except 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

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