October 20th Update: The voluntary restriction will be in effect until December 1st.
The Board of Water Commissioners has instituted a Voluntary Water Ban effective October 1, 2010 due to continued concerns about low stream flow in the Ipswich River and ground water levels near the well fields.
Water Customers are asked to curtail nonessential outdoor water use between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. each day. In addition to curtailing outdoor use the Water Department encourages the following conservation measures:
- Run your dishwasher and clothes washer only when full.
- Fix any leaks around the house.
- Install water efficient toilets, faucets and shower heads.
- Keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator, rather than running the faucet.
- Consider replacing water intensive lawns with a xeriscape (low water demand) flower garden.
Please call us at (978) 887-1518 for more information or if you have any questions.
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