Fresh, clean drinking water is yours to use whenever
you need it. But not to waste. It’s too valuable.
Remember that a little effort and a little common sense
will make a big difference. Use Water... And Use it Wisely!

Fort Smith has a two-phase water conservation plan.
Phase I will begin when the water supply storage volume drops below
55,000 acre-feet.  Phase II will begin only if the water supply storage
volume drops below 36,000 acre-feet.  Listed below are the things
that you can and cannot do during the Phase I conservation period.
Watch the newspaper for additional measures if Phase II is required.

Download 2007 Water Conservation Ordinance PDF

Water conservation measures not only save the supply of our water source, but can also cut the cost of water treatment by saving energy. Here are some conservation measures you can take:

AT HOME

1. Fix leaking faucets, pipes, toilets, etc.
2. Install water-saving devices
3. Wash only full loads of laundry
4. Don’t let the water run while shaving, washing, or brushing teeth
5. Run the dishwasher only when full

OUTDOORS

1. Water the lawn and garden as little as possible
2. Choose plants that don’t need much water
3. Repair leaks in faucets and hoses
4. Use water from a bucket to wash your car,
and save the hose for rinsing
5. Obey any and all water bans or regulations.