City of Roswell's Environmental/Public Works water utility division's top priority is ensuring Roswell has a clean, reliable water supply for years to come. The average U.S. per capita water use is 170 gallons per day (gpd) and 30 to 60% of that water is used to water yards and gardens, with large portions of water wasted by over-watering, evaporation during the day, and misdirected sprinklers that water sidewalks and driveways.
According to the American Rivers Network, there are a few simple things you can do at home to ease the burden on your local water supply and save money in the process.
- Turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth.
- Only run the washing machine and dishwasher when you have a full load.
- Use a low-flow shower head and faucet aerators.
- Fix leaks as soon as you find them.
- Install a dual-flush or low-flow toilet or put a conversion kit on your existing toilet.
- Don't overwater your lawn or water during peak periods, and install rain sensors on irrigation systems.
- Install a rain barrel for outdoor watering.
- Plant a rain garden for catching stormwater runoff from your roof, driveway, and other hard surfaces.
- Monitor your water usage on your water bill and ask your local government about a home water audit.
- Share your knowledge about saving water with neighbors.
Simple water-saving choices can have a huge effect on your water use, saving you money and Roswell water. Through smart water stewardship we can have clean drinking water for years to come.
