Water Conservation Information
Reduce Your Bill by Conserving Water
Conserving water and eliminating water leaks will save you money. The District no longer has a leak rate available. It was determined that by offering a leak rate, the District may be sending a conflicting message which does not promote conservation
The District has a long history of policies, programs and projects promoting water conservation and improving the efficiency of the water system.
What is the District doing?
In 1978, the District began conservation efforts by issuing water conserving fixtures to residents. Since that time, the District’s continued conservation efforts such as the water audit and leak detection program have led to great success. This success is evidenced by a 26% reduction in per capita consumption since 2006 (state goal is 20%).
What can you do?
In June 2001 the District enacted a Water Conservation Ordinance. In 2023 the Board adopted changes to the District’s water code addressing water conservation standards. The purpose of the revisions was to better align the District’s water conservation program with current standards and regulatory requirements, as well as support the implementation of the Water Management Action Plan (WMAP) currently being prepared by the District. For more information please read the Water Conservation FAQs or refer to the District Water Code.
Using native and drought tolerant species in landscaping and fine tuning automatic irrigation systems will reduce water use. Check out the Home Landscaping Guide for Lake Tahoe and Vicinity and the Tahoe Resource Conservation District website for great landscaping ideas.