Water restrictions in El Paso County, CO — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Water use in unincorporated El Paso County varies widely — some areas are served by Colorado Springs Utilities with outdoor watering restrictions, while rural areas rely on private wells. No countywide watering schedule applies.
Water service in unincorporated El Paso County is fragmented: some areas are served by Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU), others by smaller water districts, and many rural parcels use private wells. CSU implements outdoor watering schedules and restrictions during drought, typically based on address odd/even watering days in summer. Properties served by private wells are generally not subject to watering restrictions under county ordinance, though Colorado water law applies. Fountain Valley Authority and other regional water providers may have their own restrictions. Residents should check with their water service provider for current restrictions.
Watering schedule violations (CSU service area): notice and fine under CSU enforcement program.
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