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Winterize Your Sprinkler System Before it Freezes

The district would like to remind its customers to turn off and winterize their sprinkler systems before the first freeze of the season.Without proper preparation, your sprinkler system might be damaged by freezing temperatures.

Shut off the water supply to the irrigation system.
If you have a timer/automatic controller, don’t forget to turn that off too.
Drain water from the pipes, sprinklers, and hoses.

10th Annual Imagine a Day Without Water event planned for Oct. 17

By Don Ireland, contributing writer for Colorado WaterWise

It’s that time of year when district water maintenance is dwindling down and routine sewer maintenance is ramping up.

The district uses best practices to maintain sewer systems and lessen the risk of a blockage.

Following the tips below can prevent your lawn from getting strained during the coldest months ahead and help it reemerge healthy and lush in the springtime.

Keep Mowing – Grass doesn’t stop growing until it frosts over. Regular mowing helps the turf stay healthier. The ideal height for growing turf in Colorado is about 2 ½ to 3 inches.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
COLUMBINE WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT
October 3, 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the COLUMBINE WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT, of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, will hold a special meeting at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Toast, 2630 W Belleview Ave, Ste. 100, Littleton, Colorado 80123. This meeting will be held for the purpose of conducting such business as may come before the Board. This meeting is open to the public.

Low Water Pressure

What is the average water pressure for a home?

The answer will depend on your home’s physical relation to the water source supply. If your home is at a higher elevation relative to a water source location, you will have lower pressure. If your home is downhill from a water source, your water pressure will be higher. Average water pressure for a home within district boundaries is about 75 psi, however this will vary depending on your location. The lowest pressure areas within the district run around 60 psi.

Water and Sewer Locates in Your Neighborhood

The district continues to have an exceptional amount of utility locate requests.

Operations Foreman Promoted to Operations Supervisor

The district is pleased to announce the promotion of Armando Quintana to the position of Operations Supervisor.

Closed for Labor Day

The District office will be closed on Monday, September 2 for Labor Day.

If you have urgent business with the district on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your request as soon as possible.

Keep Wipes out of the Pipes!

Flushing wipes and other products can clog your home plumbing system, causing sewage backups into your home and expensive repairs to unclog your pipes.

Protect your pipes! Never flush wipes, feminine hygiene products, dental floss, cotton swabs, or anything other than the 3 Ps: Pee, Poop, & Toilet Paper.