Pueblo West Water Department

10/23/2026

Shorter days and cooler mornings indicate it is time to help our grass and plants prepare for winter and conserve their energy. Shutting off your irrigation system conserves water and protects your equipment from potential damage during a sudden cold snap.

10/21/2026

𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 with rain barrels is a good option for community members. You can have up to two 55-gallon barrels on your property to catch rainwater.
By capturing runoff from rooftops, rain barrels help supply plants with water that’s often better suited for outdoor use than chlorinated tap water, supporting healthier growth and potentially reducing irrigation costs.
For more detailed information about rain barrels and how to make one visit our Water Conservation web page at: https://www.pueblowestmetro.us/1863/Rain-Water-Collection

10/16/2026

10/15/2026

10/14/2026

While we’re thankful for the rain here at home, which is beneficial, Pueblo Wests drinking water supply depends largely on snowpack in the mountains.

We need good snowfall throughout the winter, along with cold temperatures that help preserve that snowpack. As temperatures warm in the spring, the snow melts gradually, replenishing the rivers and water supplies we depend on to refill our “buckets.” 🏔️💦

▶️ Watch this short video for a better understanding of where Pueblo West’s water comes from and why mountain snowpack matters!

💧 Every Drop Counts!
Our Water. Our Community. Our Responsibility

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10/13/2026

🌱 PRAIRIE-SMART FALL REMINDER:
LET YOUR LAWN SLOW DOWN! 💧

As temperatures cool, it’s time to cut back on lawn watering! Your grass needs to begin slowing its growth and preparing for dormancy—not continue growing as if it were summer. That’s why Pueblo West’s summer watering restrictions end on October 15—your landscape simply doesn’t need as much water now.
🌱 Reduce lawn watering to once a week, depending on temperatures, rainfall, and soil conditions.
🌿 Avoid encouraging unnecessary new growth as your grass prepares for winter.
💧Every Drop Counts -
Our Water. Our Community. Our Responsibility.

10/12/2026

🌱 THANK YOU FOR BEING PRAIRIE-SMART!
A big thank-you to everyone who joined the Pueblo West Water Department and Underhill Worm Farm for our Vermicomposting 101 Workshop! 🪱🪱
We appreciate everyone who took time out of their Saturday to learn how composting with worms can help create healthier soil, support thriving gardens, and contribute to more sustainable landscaping.
A special thank-you to Linnie and Underhill Worm Farm for sharing her knowledge and helping our community discover new ways to garden more sustainably.
Living on the prairie comes with unique challenges, including our limited water supply, clay soils, and dry climate. Learning how to improve soil health and retain moisture is another way we can become more water-wise!
By incorporating composting into our gardening practices, we can help build healthier soil, grow beautiful gardens, and create welcoming habitats for pollinators. 🐝🌼
🌱 Be Prairie-Smart. Grow Healthy. Conserve Water.
Every Drop Counts — Our Water. Our Community. Our Responsibility.

09/30/2026

Plants and Trees are happy. Mother Nature has brought moisture. Now it's time to pause or turn off the irrigation.

09/21/2026

🍂 Fall is here—and it’s time to cut back on watering!

As we move into the first days of fall, cooler temperatures and shorter days mean our lawns and plants need less water.
Now is the time to gradually reduce watering and allow your landscape to prepare for dormancy and the colder months ahead.
• 🌿 Let your landscape begin to slow down naturally
• 🪵 Add a layer of mulch to help retain moisture and protect plant roots through winter
Water only when needed. Every Drop Counts! 💧