Water Restrictions and Bans

During a water restriction, residents are asked to reduce non-essential water use.

During a water ban, residents are asked to discontinue all non-essential water use, and all outdoor water use is prohibited.

What to do during a water restriction / ban:

• Do not water lawns, trees and gardens
• Take short, five minute showers
• Do not wash vehicles, driveways or house exteriors
• Postpone laundry and dish washing
• Wait to fill hot tubs, pools or large aquariums
• Turn off taps while shaving and brushing your teeth
• Flush toilets only when necessary

Water restrictions and bans can occur:

• during periods of hot, dry weather
• if there is construction on water pipes and facilities
• if there is an unexpected water emergency (i.e. water pipe break, etc.)

 

A water ban could be put in place if:

• there is an unexpected emergency with a major water system component resulting in a sudden shortage of water supply
• there is planned construction on a major water system component 
• the demand for water exceeds availability after water restriction has been in place
• storage reservoirs need time to replenish
• there is a water quality emergency

 

If you notice someone using a lot of water during a ban, you may want to make them aware of the ban or call 780-796-3731 to report violations. 

It is important to note that the Town of Bruderheim also manages water amounts to make sure there is sufficient water storage for firefighting.