Conservation still encouraged
McKINNEY, TEXAS – Recent rains, higher lake levels and successful conservation efforts have helped reduce pressure on the area’s water supplies. McKinney’s water supplier, the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD), and the City of McKinney eased drought restrictions to Stage 2 effective June 1.
McKinney residents and businesses are allowed to use landscape watering systems twice weekly, on the residential trash day and again three days later. However, landscape should only be watered when necessary and in a way that avoids water waste.
The watering schedules for commercial properties are determined by the residential trash zone where the property is located. The city is still maintaining efforts to reduce water use, and conservation is encouraged. Other restrictions under Stage 2 include:
- No outdoor watering with an irrigation system between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
- No use of water that allows runoff or other water waste.
- No landscape watering during any form of precipitation.
Watering any day by a hand-held hose, a soaker hose or a dedicated zone using drip irrigation is allowed. Registered and properly operated ET controlled systems may operation without restrictions.
Violating the Stage 2 water restrictions could result in a fee of $50, $100 or $150. Fees will be delivered through the regular water bill, and failure to pay fees can result in water being shut off to the home or business.
To report a water violation, call the water restriction hotline at 972-439-1059. For more information, visit www.mckinneytexas.org/waterrestrictions.
About McKinney
McKinney, Texas, is unique by nature. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., McKinney has a current population of more than 136,500. Incorporated in 1848, the city is located 30 miles north of Dallas and is the county seat of Collin County. McKinney offers rolling hills, lush trees, a historic downtown square and unique neighborhoods and developments. The city was ranked as the #5 Best Places to Live by Money Magazine in 2010. Visit the city’s website at www.mckinneytexas.org.