EXTREME WATER RESTRICTION IN EFFECT FOR HEMLOCK VALLEY
Please be aware that the water reservoir that provides water to our community is very small and relies on water provided by an underground spring. That spring is no longer providing enough water to provide for our community. We need everyone’s efforts to achieve at least a 50% reduction in water usage.
Until further notice, the following are the ONLY PERMITTED uses of water:
- Drinking (we encourage purchasing water bottles)
- Brushing teeth by turning off the water and using only what is necessary
- Dishwashing, either by hand or using a high-efficiency dishwasher (no running water)
- Shower of 5 minutes or less, but only if a flow restrictor is in place (avoid showering daily if possible)
- Flushing of Toilets only when necessary “if it’s yellow let it mellow”
- Laundry, only full loads in High Efficiency washers. Otherwise utilize a laundry mat in another community
ALL OTHER USES OF WATER ARE PROHIBITED!
- ABSOLUTELY NO FILLING OR ADDING WATER TO HOTTUBS, POOLS or FOUNTAINS
- ABSOLUTELY NO WATERING OF PLANTS or LAWNS, INDOOR OR OUTDOOR (Including hand watering)
- ABSOLUTLEY NO WASHING/PRESSURE WASHING OF VEHICLES, STRUCTURES, ROADS or BUILDINGS
Failure to conform to these restrictions will result in fines and risk not having enough water to continue providing water to the community.
Thank you, and we apologize for any inconvenience.
Hemlock Valley Utility Services,
