Watering requirements change throughout the season and so should irrigation run times. Water no more than two times per week during normal conditions, and three times per week during extreme heat. Water only as needed in April and October, and remember to turn off irrigation systems for the year the second week of October.

Read your water meter regularly to monitor water use. Doing so will identify possible leaks or indicate if you are using too much water.

Daily water times per zone (in minutes) - 2 times a week

*HE rotary = high efficiency rotary

The most effective way to save water and money in your home is to fix leaks. This short video shows how to fix leaks around the house.

1. Sign up for a free Slow the Flow sprinkler audit. It is one of the best things you can do to make our community more resilient against drought. The free Slow the Flow irrigation inspection includes a visit by a sprinkler pro to make sure you're giving your landscape what it needs, but not more. Slow the Flow is operated by Highlands Ranch Water's partner, Resource Central. Schedule your appointment today.
2. Keep an eye on your water budget. Highlands Ranch Water sets individual water budgets for customers based on their yard size and provides enough water for healthy landscapes. If you went over your budget last summer, consider adjusting your irrigation system to reduce water waste.
3. Reduce waste. Adjust your sprinklers so they're watering your lawn and garden, and not the street or sidewalk.
4. Adjust with the seasons. The water needs for your landscape changes with the weather. Refer to Highlands Ranch Water's Water Wise guide for monthly run times.
5. Take advantage of discounts and rebates. Highlands Ranch Water has several Water Wise incentive programs in place. Sign up today.
6. Adjust your mower to a higher setting. A taller lawn provides shade to the roots and helps retain soil moisture, so your lawn requires less water.
7. Inspect your irrigation system. Check for leaks, broken lines or blockages in the lines. A well-maintained system will save you money, water and time.

Conservation is always important, no matter the season. It's important to keep an eye on conservation throughout the year and make strides to reduce consumption to help balance the demand during peak summer months.

Reducing water use both inside and outside the home leads to a successful game plan for long-term conservation.

Keys to the game:

• Take a shower instead of a bath. Taking a shower uses about one-third the amount of water compared to a bath.
• Don't use the toilet as a trash can. Discard wipes, dental floss and wrappers in a trash can and keep them out of the toilet.
• Limit showers to five minutes. Every minute you cut off your shower time can save two gallons of water.
• Check for leaks. Fixing leaky faucets or toilets can save up to 20 gallons of water per day.
• Install a high-efficiency shower head. This simple step can save you 2,900 gallons of water annually.

Customers who are in violation of our Rules and Regulations may be subject to a fine. Example of violations may include: 

• Watering during restricted hours
• Broken irrigation system
• Open hose
• Excessive water waste
• Leaks

Fines are added to the water bill.

Residential Customer Violations 

Commercial Customer Violations