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 Hydrant Flushing is Essential to Greeley's Water System
Greeley’s Water and Sewer Department regularly maintains over 3,800 fire hydrants across the city to ensure they function correctly when needed to protect lives and property from fire.
Hydrant flushing is an essential task that maintains the quality of a city’s water distribution system.
Tommy Lujan, one of two fire hydrant specialists with the city’s water department, has helped maintain the city’s hydrants for over 36 years.
Around 1,200 hydrants get an annual checkup, which includes flushing, a dollop of grease on caps, and a fresh coat of paint. Flushing helps keep the lines free of sediment, such as iron and other mineral deposits, that can build up over time. It also helps maintain water quality, keeping Greeley's water fresh.
Hydrant flushing in your area may cause your water to appear cloudy or discolored. Though not harmful, discolored water may stain laundry. If you find your water is discolored:
- Wait until the nearby hydrant flushing is complete.
- Clean out faucet aerators or filters.
- Allow cold water to run through faucets or outside fixtures until clear.
Flushing is the most effective way to keep Greeley’s drinking water clean, safe and reliable.
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Check Your Irrigation System for Leaks to Reduce Waste
As the growing season begins, it's essential to check your irrigation system for leaks before you “set it and forget it.” Making necessary adjustments and repairs can significantly reduce water waste.
Maximize the efficiency of your irrigation system by signing up for a water efficiency assessment.
Assessments Include
- Visual inspection of each zone
- Determine the amount of water used
- Water pressure check and adjustment
- Custom watering schedule based on test results
- Insight into your lawn’s seasonal water needs
Remember—sidewalks and driveways don’t grow, even when you water them! Water in the right place at the right time to reduce water waste.
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Mountain Snowpack Provides Boost to Summer Outlook
Water is an essential resource for maintaining a clean, safe, and beautiful community. Based on above-average reservoir storage from a wet year in 2023 and a strong snowpack, the city has ample water supplies for everyone.
The 2024 water supply report shows the results of a slow but steady mountain snowfall this winter. In April, snowpack in the South Platte Basin sat at 105% of average, while the Colorado Headwaters Basin was at 107% of average.
Summer Outlook
- Water supplies are ample for maintaining an attractive and healthy landscape.
- Continue to conserve water by irrigating only 2-3 times per week, as needed.
- No watering between 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to lower evaporation loss.
- Greeley will continue to rent excess water to farmers and ranchers.
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Garden in a Box Kits Help Transform Your Landscape
You don't need a green thumb to participate in Garden in a Box. The popular program makes gardening in Colorado easy with pre-designed perennial garden kits.
As a Greeley Water customer, you're eligible for a $25 discount on your order. Fall sales begin on June 10. Order now so you can plant a waterwise flower garden this fall!
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Algal Blooms Can Affect Taste and Odor of Drinking Water
Greeley Water strives to ensure a reliable and enjoyable drinking water supply for its residents.
During the summer, warmer weather promotes algal blooms in standing water, like reservoirs. These blooms can release substances that cause a swampy or earthy taste and odor in drinking water. Despite this change, the treated drinking water is safe to drink.
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Funding Greeley's Future
Planning for a Greeley of the future means the city must keep up with its residents so it can continue to provide excellent public service, allow entrepreneurs and businesses to flourish, support hardworking families, and build infrastructure so that we can continue to make Greeley a great place to call home.
This November, the city may ask voters to consider three ballot measures to tackle much-needed infrastructure and public safety improvements.
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