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Bow Mar Water & Sanitation District operates and maintains water distribution and waste water collection systems providing service to Colorado residents.

Any billing questions should be directed to Morain Bakarich, CPAs at (720) 543-8933.

10/27/2026

👻Don't let plumbing problems turn Halloween into a horror story!
Pumpkin guts and seeds can cause stubborn clogs, and freezing temperatures can lead to frozen pipes and costly repairs. ❄️

Keep your pipes happy this Halloween with a few simple tips:
🪠 Keep pumpkin pulp and seeds out of drains and toilets.
🎃 Toss or compost your pumpkin scraps.
💦 Winterize your irrigation system and disconnect garden hoses.
🥶 Insulate exposed pipes and seal gaps where cold air can sneak in.

Have a safe, happy Halloween, and keep those pipes clog-free and protected from the cold! 🦇🧛🏼👻🧟‍♂️🐈‍⬛

https://bowmarwsd.colorado.gov/news-article/avoid-a-halloween-plumbing-nightmare-and-protect-your-pipes-from-freezing

10/14/2026

🚧 Upcoming Water Main Replacement on Bow Mar Drive

The District plans to begin replacing approximately 3,860 feet of aging water main along Bow Mar Drive, from Sheridan Boulevard to about 400 feet north of Sombrero, starting October 19 and continuing through December 2026, weather permitting.

This project will help reduce water main breaks and improve water service reliability. Residents may experience temporary traffic disruptions and brief water service interruptions during construction.

📅 Planned work hours: Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

Read the full project update for more details and information about scheduled water service interruptions.

https://bowmarwsd.colorado.gov/news-article/bow-mar-drive-water-main-replacement-project

10/14/2026

💧 Imagine a Day Without Water is October 15.

What would life look like without water for just one day? No drinking, cooking, showers or flushing toilets.

With Colorado facing severe drought conditions and Denver Water reservoirs at just 67% full, every drop counts!

💦 Lawn watering and spray irrigation are prohibited until further notice, but we can all do our part to conserve water indoors and protect trees and plants responsibly.

This Imagine a Day Without Water Day, take a moment to appreciate this essential resource and remember that every drop saved makes a difference!

https://bowmarwsd.colorado.gov/news-article/imagine-a-day-without-water-is-october-15-2026

10/07/2026

The district would like to remind all customers that lawn watering season has ended and penalty fines are in effect.

Any violation will result in the following ﬁnes for Single Family Residential Customers:

• First Violation – Warning
• Second Violation – $250 Fine
• Third Violation – $500 Fine
• Fourth Violation – $1,000 Fine

The above monetary ﬁnes will be enforced upon customer water bills.

https://bowmarwsd.colorado.gov/news-article/reminder-on-watering-fines-and-gross-reservoir-expansion-update

09/30/2026

💧 Mandatory Watering Restrictions Begin October 1

Due to ongoing drought conditions, lawn watering and all spray irrigation are prohibited beginning October 1 until further notice. The District is required to enforce Denver Water’s restrictions, and violations can result in escalating fines of up to $1,000.

🌳 You can still water trees, shrubs and gardens during dry spells using a hand-held hose with a shut-off nozzle or low-volume, non-spray irrigation such as drip systems.

Please know the restrictions and help conserve our limited water supply.

https://bowmarwsd.colorado.gov/news-article/watering-ban-enforcement-and-penalties

09/23/2026

🚫 Starting October 1, 2026, all lawn watering and overhead spray irrigation will be prohibited until further notice due to ongoing drought conditions and low reservoir storage.
🌳 Trees, shrubs and perennials may still be watered with a hand-held hose and shutoff nozzle or drip/low-volume irrigation. Annuals and vegetable gardens may be watered using these methods until the first frost.
🏡 Now is the time to winterize irrigation systems, finish final lawn watering and prepare for October 1.
🔮Looking ahead, consider ColoradoScape landscaping and other water-wise options to reduce outdoor water use and help protect Colorado’s water supplies.
👉 Plan now. Save water. Protect our future.

Beginning October 1, 2026, all lawn watering and overhead spray irrigation are prohibited until further notice

09/15/2026

💧 Important Watering Update: Lawn Watering Ends September 30

Due to ongoing drought conditions and pressure on water supplies, all lawn watering and spray irrigation must stop after September 30, 2026 — including hand-watering grass. 🌱🚫
Watering restrictions will continue beyond September 30, while limited watering of trees, shrubs, perennials and gardens will still be allowed.

👉 Learn what you can and can’t water after September 30 and how you can help conserve our water supplies.

https://bowmarwsd.colorado.gov/news-article/mandatory-end-to-lawn-watering-as-of-october-1

09/09/2026

Denver Water is experiencing one of the hottest and driest years on record, and drought conditions continue to put pressure on water supplies. To help conserve supplies, all lawn watering must end after Sept. 30, including hand-watering grass.

https://bowmarwsd.colorado.gov/news-article/lawn-watering-season-ends-october-1st

09/01/2026

The District office will be closed on Monday, September 7 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.

08/12/2026

The district has recently received several complaints regarding properties watering outside of the mandatory watering schedule. We would like to remind all customers that Denver Water’s summer watering rules are mandatory as well as the mandatory drought restrictions.

https://bowmarwsd.colorado.gov/news-article/reminder-mandatory-watering-restrictions-remain-in-effect

Address

8739 W. Coal Mine Avenue
Littleton, CO
80123

Website

http://www.bowmarwater.org/page.cfm/ID/1/Home

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