Hayden Water Conservation Program

Hayden Water Conservation Program

The Hayden Town Council recognizes the importance of water conservation not only for the long-term maintenance of the water system but also the benefits it creates for the environment and financial benefit it creates for the customer; and acknowledges that a water conservation program is highly encouraged by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment as a best management practice that all water providers in the State of Colorado should adopt. Town Council established and adopted a water conservation program in 2017.

Hayden Municipal Code 13.36.070

Pursuant to Hayden Municipal Code 13.36.070, Lawn Sprinkling and Irrigation, the Hayden Town Council authorizes the following water conservation program, which shall apply to all persons receiving water service from the Town of Hayden water system.

  • The conservation program is effective June 1st – October 31st.
  • The conservation program includes water use delivered by the Town of Hayden water system, includes, without limitation, watering or irrigation or sprinkling.
  • Effective and in full force at stated above; watering, irrigation or sprinkling is restricted in accordance with the following schedule:

–  Irrigation shall only be permitted between the hours of 5pm – 8am.

–  Even number addresses are permitted to irrigate on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.

–  Odd number addresses are permitted to irrigate on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday.

–  No irrigation is permitted on Wednesday.

 

  • The water conservation program measures shall not apply to duly licensed person or company engaged in the business of growing or selling plants, trees or other live landscaping stock or vegetation. 
  • Persons or businesses found to be violating the conservation program measures set forth in this resolution shall initially be issued a written warning notice and asked to suspend or correct their water use practices.
  • A failure to timely comply with a warning notice or a second violation of the conservation measures shall result in the issuance of a citation per the schedule below:

–  Second Violation: $50.00 fine.

–  Third Violation: $150.00 fine.

–  Violations exceeding third violation: Summons to Municipal Court.

 

Any modifications or if rescinded, prompt posting at official designated posting locations by the Town, Town Hall and Town of Hayden website.

YVSC rain barrel sale | Friday, June 23, 2023

As we adapt to a drier and warmer Yampa Valley climate, a fun, yet impactful, at-home water conservation strategy is using a rain barrel. They lessen demand for treated water, can save you money on your water bill, and provide an opportunity to store water for your landscaping and garden to be used in dry times.

 

New this year, the Yampa Valley Sustainability Council Rain Barrel Sale is coming to you with a pick-up location in Hayden! Buy your rain barrel today and pick it up on June 23, 2023 in Hayden. Supplies are limited, so reserve yours today!

 

The Yampa Valley Sustainability Council is excited to offer this opportunity for Yampa Valley community members to purchase a rain barrel at a discounted rate. Your $62 purchase will provide you a 55-gallon barrel and DIY set up kit.

 

The pick-up times and locations are still TBD.

 

Questions? Email YVSC Soil Moisture, Water & Snow Program Manager, Maddison Muxworthy:

madison@yvsc.org.

 

Rain barrels for our Hayden pick up can be purchased at:

 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/west-routt-county-rain-barrel-sale-tickets-652384037217