Water Conservation in the Yampa Valley

REBATES OFFERED FOR WATER CONSERVATION!!

The three local districts that provide water to Steamboat Springs - Mount Werner Water District, the City of Steamboat Springs District, and Steamboat II Metro District, are now offering REBATES to encourage residents and businesses to reduce water use. Rebates are offered on a first come, first served basis, and are for replacing appliances and fixtures - this is not for new construction. Only eligible water-saving appliances and irrigation fixtures will be approved - see a fact sheet and application form on Mount Werner's website at www.mwwater.com. Or call 970-879-2424.

Community Water Conservation Plan Final

The City of Steamboat Springs Utility Division and the Mount Werner Water and Sanitation District have partnered together to develop a community water conservation plan. The plan was adopted by the Steamboat Springs City Council on June 7th, 2011. State Statue requires utilities who supply more than 2000 acre feet of water to have an approved plan; our shared water supply and distribution system supplies over 3000 acre feet.

This Community Water Conservation Plan outlines water savings targets to the year 2035, analyzes existing and proposed conservation programs for cost/benefits, selects programs for implementation, and contains a drought and emergency preparedness plan. The purpose of this plan is to reduce peak-day water demands, improve distribution efficiency, prepare our community for drought conditions and educate consumers on the value of conserving water.

Regional Water Issues
Colorado Water-Quality Data Repository

2011 Community Water Conservation Final Plan

Drought Tolerant Species List By Karen Vail

Steamboat Xeriscape Display Gardens:

Yampa River Botanic Park
1. Dorothy’s Garden Plant List See picture at right.
2. Water-wise Garden Plant List

More Information about water-wise practices or how you contribute to the botanic park contact: Gale @ (970)879-4300

Helpful References:

Mt. Werner Water
Colorado State University Extension
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
Center for Resource Conservation
Colorado Water Conservation Board
Colorado Waterwise Council
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