Water restrictions in Fountain, CO — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
The City of Fountain operates its own water utility (Fountain Utilities), with water sourced 70% from the Southern Delivery System and Fountain Valley Authority. Outdoor watering restrictions are set by Fountain Utilities based on supply conditions.
Fountain has its own water utility separate from Colorado Springs Utilities. The city draws approximately 70% of its water from surface sources (Southern Delivery System/Pueblo Reservoir and Fountain Valley Authority) and 30% from groundwater. Outdoor watering restrictions are set by Fountain Utilities and may mirror or differ from CSU Water-Wise rules. Best practices include: watering before 10 AM or after 6 PM during irrigation season (May–October); avoiding runoff; using drip irrigation where possible. Contact Fountain Utilities (719-322-2010) for current water restriction status and Stage levels.
Water waste: warning, then fines $50 to $500. Drought stage violations: escalating fines. Water surcharges possible.
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