Water Conservation
With just four inches of rainfall in the Las Vegas Valley a year, water is a limited and precious resource. Thus, Southern Nevada has adopted a responsible water conservation/efficiency strategy to ensure the region has enough water to meet its needs. Because residential customers use 65 percent of the valley's water supply, Southern Nevada's conservation success centers around the efforts of homeowners and business owners to reduce water waste. The Las Vegas Wash Coordination Committee supports the conservation efforts of the local water purveyors because the increased water use in the valley results in increased discharge into the Wash. Responsible water use will assist in the long-term goals of managing the issues concerning the Wash.
How much water does your household use?
A typical family of five averages about 27,000 gallons a month, or about 326,000 gallons a year. Residential water use represents 65 percent of all water usage in Southern Nevada. Nearly two-thirds of that water is used outdoors to water landscapes, wash cars, etc.
Outdoor Water Saving Tips
- Adjust your sprinkler clocks seasonally in accordance with the SNWA mandatory watering restrictions.
- Check and adjust your sprinklers weekly to keep the water on your lawn, not the street or sidewalk.
- Use a broom, not a hose, to clean the driveway.
- Convert to water-efficient landscaping.
Indoor Water Saving Tips
- Check your toilets and faucets for leaks. You could be wasting more than 100 gallons per day.
- Install flow-restricting devices in your sink, showers and toilets to reduce water flow.
- Turn off the water when brushing your teeth or shaving.
- Take shorter showers. Limit showers to five minutes or less.
- Wash only full loads of dishes and laundry.
For more information, contact the Conservation Helpline at (702) 258-SAVE, or visit the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) Web site and see what you can do to conserve.