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turning off irrigation systems; and postponing washing clothes and dishes. Austin Water will offer free cases of bottled water at a location convenient to customers in the affected area...
Austin Water offers rebates for each of these tools through the WaterWise Landscape Rebate Program to decrease outdoor irrigation. Residents can fill out an online application form and send...
Our Infrastructure by the Numbers: More than 3,800 miles of water mains · More than 2,900 miles of wastewater mains · 3 water treatment plants · 2 wastewater treatment plants · 1 biosolids management plant · 44 pump stations for water system · 38 Water Reservoirs · 142 wastewater lift stations · Nearly 31,000 fire hydrants · More than 59,000 manholes
Free Irrigation System Evaluation ; Are a residential customer of Austin Water or a qualifying water provider; ; Have an in-ground sprinkler system; ; Have used more than 25,000 gallons in one month or more than 20,000 gallons in two consecutive months;
Summertime in Austin brings multiple days over 100 degrees. The City of Austin encourages residents to keep cool, hydrated... of Austin’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency...
(Austin)—The combined storage level of water in Lakes... Austin’s Drought Contingency Plan identifies this as the... Stage 2 Watering Restrictions Summary Austin Water will continue its...
For the most recent updates from City Council check out the GoPurple page. Onsite Water Reuse Systems which collect rainwater, condensate water, stormwater, graywater, or foundation drain water for non-potable applications such as irrigation, toilet flushing, and cooling applications are regulated under Chapter 15-13 of City Code . These types of reuse systems require a permit from Austin Water to ensure they are designed and operated in a manner that makes efficient and safe use of the water. ....
Austin Water administers a backflow prevention program in conjunction with federal, state and local codes to ensure backflow prevention devices are installed and maintained where backflow may be a risk. Water delivery relies on pressure; it always takes the path of least resistance as it travels through the water system from high to low pressure areas. Normally, water travels in one direction, from treatment plants, through water mains, then to each customer’s service connection. Certain press...