Outdoor watering restrictions lifted

(July 6, 2009) - Relief from high temperatures, recent rainfall and decreased water use have allowed the City of Oklahoma City to lift all outdoor-watering restrictions and voluntary conservation efforts.  This includes the outdoor watering ban that was temporarily placed on southwest Oklahoma City residents on Saturday, July 4.    

However, citizens are asked to continue efforts to use water wisely when temperatures return to triple digits.  Best-watering practices will help all citizens maintain adequate water pressure.

 The following best-watering steps will help to minimize water use during hot, dry spells:

• Water the lawn only when it needs it and in the early morning or late afternoon.  Watering in the middle of the day allows most of the water to evaporate.
• Make sure the sprinkler is aimed at the lawn not the street or sidewalk.
• If you water when it’s windy, water will go everywhere but on the grass.