District News Articles

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Reminder: Mandatory Watering Restrictions Remain in Effect

Posted August 11, 2026

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National Water Quality Month: Every Drop Counts

Posted August 4, 2026

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Water Break in Columbine Knolls

Posted August 4, 2026

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Follow the Watering Rules and Let Mother Nature Help

Posted 7/28/2026

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Emergency Water Shutoff in Woodmar Square

Posted July 28, 2026

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Emergency Water Shutoff in Foothills Green

Posted July 28, 2026

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Smart Water Use During A Drought

Posted July 21, 2026

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Water Break at Crossing at Chatfield Condos

Posted Ju.y 18, 2026

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2026 Water Quality Report Available

Posted July 14, 2026

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Celebrate Smart Irrigation Month by Keeping Your Irrigation System in Top Shape

Posted July 8, 2026

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Welcome to the New District Website; 4th of July Office Closure

Posted on June 30, 2026

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Garden In A Box Available June 24

Posted on June 23, 2026

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South Platte Renew’s Community Tour and WaterFest

Posted on June 16, 2026

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Reading your bill with drought charges

Posted on June 9, 2026

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Water Break in Lexington Village

Posted on June 9, 2026

June 2026 E-Newsletter

Posted on June 3, 2026

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Watering Wisely During Drought Conditions

Posted on May 26, 2026

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Office Closed

Posted on May 19, 2026

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Summer Watering Rules and Mandatory Drought Restrictions in Effect

Posted on May 12, 2026

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It’s Drinking Water Week!

Posted on May 5, 2026

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District to Launch New Accessible .gov Website

Posted on April 28, 2026

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Drought Response Closures and Restrictions; Annual Waterton Canyon Closure

Posted on April 21, 2026

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Drought Restrictions and Pricing

Posted on April 14, 2026

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Water Shutoff for Customer Service Line Repair in Woodmar Square

Posted on April 13, 2026

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9th Annual South Platte Renew River Clean-Up

Posted on April 7, 2026

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Summer Watering Rules and Mandatory Drought Restrictions in Effect

Posted on May 12, 2026

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New District Websites Coming This Summer

Posted on March 31, 2026

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Denver Water Declares Stage 1 Drought

Posted on March 26, 2026

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Fix a Leak Week, World Water Day, and State Drought Task Force

Posted on March 17, 2026

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Garden In A Box Spring Sale Begins March 11

Posted on March 10, 2026

March 2026 E-Newsletter

Posted on March 3, 2026

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Denver Water Construction on South Pierce Street

Posted on February 24, 2026

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Water Break in Kipling Villas

Posted on February 24, 2026

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Meter and Curb Stop Responsibility

Posted on February 17, 2026

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Office Closed

Posted on February 10, 2026

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Colorado at Record Low Snowpack

Posted on February 3, 2026

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Average Winter Consumption

Posted on January 27, 2026

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Water Main Break in Woodmar Square

Posted on January 27, 2026

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January 20, 2026

2026 Board Meeting Schedule

Board of Directors Meetings are held at 8:30 a.m. on the fourth Friday of each month, at the District office, 8739 W. Coal Mine Ave. Exceptions may…

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January 13, 2026

Office Closure

The district office will be closed on Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

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January 6, 2026

Denver Water and City of Littleton’s 2026 Rates

The Denver Board of Water Commissioners adopted rate changes to help pay for important upgrades, projects and ongoing maintenance and repair work to…

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December 30, 2025

Closed for New Year’s, Christmas Tree Recycling

If you have urgent business with the district on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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December 23, 2025

Holiday Closure

The district office will close at 12 pm on Tuesday, December 23 and will be closed on Wednesday, December 24 & Thursday, December 25 for the Christmas…

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December 16, 2025

2026 Budget Highlights

The 2026 budget proposes an approximate revenue of $6.1M with expenses totaling $3.4M resulting in a surplus of $2.7 and an increase in district…

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December 9, 2025

Save Water During the Holidays

Here are some simple ways to save water—and money—this season:

December 2, 2025

December 2025 E-Newsletter

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the residents section of our website. Stay up to date on district projects that may impact your…

November 25, 2025

Happy Thanksgiving!

If you have urgent business with the district on these days, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to…

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November 18, 2025

South Platte Renew’s Annual Grease Takeback Event

South Platte Renew invites residents to join them for their free Grease & Oil Takeback event! This is your chance to safely and easily dispose of used…

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November 11, 2025

Happy Veterans Day!

The district would like to honor our veterans, Armando Quintana (left) and John Mathias (middle), for their service in the United States Marine Corps…

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November 10, 2025

Water Shutoff in Columbine Knolls South

Update

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November 7, 2025

Water Shutoff in Summit Ridge

Update

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November 4, 2025

Don’t Wait Any Longer to Prep Your Pipes for Freezing Temps

Winterize your irrigation systems. Make sure that you turn everything off and fully drain or blow-out the system. Be sure to disconnect garden hoses…

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October 28, 2025

Keep the Frights Out of Your Pipes!

Halloween is full of tricks, treats, and pumpkin carving fun—but nothing’s scarier than a plumbing nightmare! Pumpkin guts and seeds may seem harmless…

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October 21, 2025

2025 Fall Leaf & Pumpkin Collection Event

The City of Littleton and the City of Englewood have partnered to bring you an exciting and eco-friendly event this fall – the Fall Leaf Collection…

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October 14, 2025

South Platte Renew Community Plant Tour

Join South Platte Renew (SPR) on October 21, 2025 from 1 pm – 2:30 pm for their final tour of the season! This special Community Event Tour is…

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October 13, 2025

2025 Sanitary Sewer Project to Start Soon

To support continued growth in our community, the district will upsize a section of the D-Line Sewer Interceptor near Mineral Avenue and Santa Fe…

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October 7, 2025

Winterize Your Sprinkler System Before the First Freeze

The district would like to remind customers to shut off and winterize their sprinkler systems before freezing temperatures arrive. The district…

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September 30, 2025

Fall Lawn Care Tips

Keep Mowing – Grass continues growing until the first frost. Regular mowing keeps turf healthier. In Colorado, the ideal turf height is about 2 ½ to 3…

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September 23, 2025

Keep Your Water Service Flowing Smoothly

Now’s a good time to get caught up on past-due bills since water use usually goes down this time of year. And remember—any payment helps! Even a…

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September 16, 2025

District Fire Hydrant Regulations and Use

While the fire department has detailed maps of district hydrant locations, it can be difficult for them to quickly find and connect to a hydrant in an…

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September 9, 2025

Denver Water Statement Regarding the Sept. 9, 2025, Denver Broncos Announcement About Burnham Yard

DENVER — Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 – On Sept. 9, 2025, the Denver Broncos, Gov. Jared Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced that Burnham Yard is…

September 2, 2025

September 2025 E-Newsletter

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the residents section of our website. Stay up to date on district projects that may impact your…

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August 28, 2025

Emergency Main Repair in Kipling Villas

Working hours will be from 8 am until approximately 4 pm.

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August 26, 2025

Closed for Labor Day

If you have urgent business with the district on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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August 26, 2025

Emergency Water Shutoff in Woodmar Village

Water has been restored to all residents on S. Dover St. and S. Dudley Way with the exception of 6355 S. Dudley Way. See updated map for reference…

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August 19, 2025

Keeping Your Water Clean and Reliable

The district works year-round to ensure the water we deliver is of the highest quality. One of the most important ways we achieve this is through…

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August 12, 2025

Protecting Backflow Prevention Devices from Theft

Water backflow prevention devices are typically installed above ground on the water service line leading into commercial buildings and multi-family…

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August 5, 2025

Emergency Water Repair in the Meadows

W. Glasgow Ave.

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August 5, 2025

August is National Water Quality Month

Join the district in celebrating National Water Quality Month—a perfect reminder of how essential clean drinking water is to our daily lives and how…

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July 29, 2025

The Splashstreet Boys return with their new single, “Water Tuesday”

Splashstreet’s back — and they’ve got a message for your sprinkler system.

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July 22, 2025

2025 Capital Project Update

Crews have finished milling S. Cody Way and S. Everett Way. They are currently installing pipe on S. Cody Way at W. Peakview Dr.

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July 21, 2025

Valve Replacement in Stony Creek

The district is replacing a water valve located near 9771 W. Fremont Pl. on Tuesday, July 22.

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July 15, 2025

Valve Replacement in Woodmar Square

Due to unforeseen circumstances, it became necessary to extend the shutoff to include the 12 additional addresses on S. Allison St.

July 15, 2025

Celebrate Smart Irrigation Month with Denver Water’s Splashstreet Boys

Their clever parody of the Backstreet Boys’ “I Want It That Way” is a catchy, entertaining reminder to stick to the Summer Watering Rules.

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July 8, 2025

July is Smart Irrigation Month

Summer is here, and so is peak irrigation season. July is Smart Irrigation Month, a national campaign to promote efficient watering practices and…

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July 1, 2025

Office Closure

If you have urgent business with the District on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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June 24, 2025

Is Your Water Bill Higher Than Normal?

This time of year, the District sees an increase in the number of calls from customers reporting high consumption on their most recent water bill. In…

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June 17, 2025

Garden In A Box Kits Available June 18

Resource Central’s Spring Garden In A Box kits are sold out—but don’t worry! Late summer kits will be available starting Tuesday, June 18 for pickup…

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June 10, 2025

South Platte Renew WaterFest

South Platte Renew is hosting their annual WaterFest event on Thursday, June 26, 2025, from 3 PM to 7 PM located at their facility at 2900 S. Platte…

June 3, 2025

March 2025 E-Newsletter

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the residents section of our website. Stay up to date on district projects that may impact your…

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May 27, 2025

Meter and Curb Stop Responsibility

Did you know that as a homeowner you own and therefore are responsible for your meter pit? You also own the curb stop valve. Most water services have…

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May 20, 2025

Office Closed

If you have urgent business with the District on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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May 19, 2025

Two Water Main Replacement Projects

These projects are part of an ongoing effort to rehabilitate the District’s aging infrastructure and improve the quality and reliability of water…

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May 13, 2025

Drought and Snowpack Status

According to the May 6 update from the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 44.7% of the state is currently experiencing some level…

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May 6, 2025

Valve Replacement in Foothills Overall Campus

The district is replacing a water valve located in an easement 186 feet south of S. Ward St. and just west of S. Simms St.

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May 6, 2025

Drinking Water Week

This week, the district is observing Drinking Water Week by recognizing the vital role tap water plays in daily life, the infrastructure that is…

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April 30, 2025

Waterton Canyon Closure

Waterton Canyon is currently closed on weekdays from Monday, April 28, through Friday, May 9, 2025, for Denver Water’s annual dust mitigation project…

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April 29, 2025

Summer Watering Rules

The watering rules incorporate best practices for efficient outdoor water use that will help keep your landscape healthy. It’s a simple way for you to…

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April 22, 2025

Recognizing Locator Safety Week & Work Zone Safety Awareness Week

This year, Locator Safety Week and Work Zone Safety Awareness Week are both observed from April 21 to 25. These awareness campaigns serve as important…

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April 21, 2025

Water Service Line Repair in Chatfield Bluffs

W. Unser Ave. – 9562, 9542, 9522, 9502, 9492, 9472, 9452, 9432, 9412, 9382, 9362

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April 16, 2025

Water Outage Resulting from Water Break

Due to the Denver Water main break at W. Coal Mine Ave. and S. Wadsworth Blvd., it will be necessary to isolate district valves which will disrupt…

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April 16, 2025

Water Main Break at Coal Mine and Wadsworth

The water main break has been confirmed on Denver Water’s main line in W. Coal Mine Ave. Denver Water will be managing all necessary repairs. Starting…

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April 15, 2025

District Manager Weighs in on Gross Reservoir Expansion Project

The Gross Reservoir Expansion Project aims to raise the dam by 131 feet, increasing the reservoir’s capacity by 77,000 acre-feet. This expansion is…

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April 8, 2025

Catch up on Your Water Bill Before Summer!

If you have a past-due balance on your Denver Water account, now is a great time to catch up, as many of our customers see higher water bills in the…

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April 3, 2025

Water Valve Replacement in Chatfield Bluffs

S. Jellison Ct. – 8741, 8731, 8721, 8711, 8710, 8720, 8730, 8740

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April 1, 2025

April is Safe Digging Month

April is National Safe Digging Month, and the district emphasizes the importance of contacting 811 before starting any digging project. If you’re…

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March 25, 2025

2025 Earth Day River Clean-Up

Join South Platte Renew for the 8th Annual River Clean-Up on April 26, 2025, and help protect local waterways and green spaces, including the South…

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March 21, 2025

Denver Water Construction on Platte Canyon Rd.

Denver Water will be performing work in Littleton along S. Platte Canyon Road between W. Coal Mine Ave. and W. Ken Caryl Ave. The construction…

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March 18, 2025

Fix a Leak Week and World Water Day

The district encourages its residents and businesses to find and fix water leaks to conserve water and help reduce their water bills. Leaks can waste…

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March 11, 2025

2025 Water Quality Report

Denver Water collected about 63,000 water samples and conducted about 145,000 tests last year to ensure the water delivered to 1.5 million people in…

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March 6, 2025

Notice of Cancellation of Regular Election

Notice of Cancellation of Regular Election by the Designated Election Official for the Southwast Metropolitan Water and Sanitation District

March 4, 2025

March 2025 E-Newsletter

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the residents section of our website. Stay up to date on district projects that may impact your…

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February 25, 2025

Garden In A Box Spring Sale Starts in March

Resource Central’s Garden In A Box program offers professionally designed, low-water garden kits tailored for Colorado yards. These kits include…

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February 18, 2025

Valve Replacement in Lexington Village

A flooded basement filled with water, debris, and assorted boxes, creating a cluttered and damaged environment.

February 18, 2025

Protect Your Home from Sewer Backups

The sewer service line is owned and maintained by homeowners, including the connection to the district’s main. All maintenance and repairs within the…

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February 11, 2025

Office Closed

If you have urgent business with the district on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

February 6, 2025

Call for Nominations

To Whom It May Concern, and particularly to the electors of the Southwest Metropolitan Water and Sanitation District of Jefferson, Douglas and…

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February 4, 2025

Snowpack and Drought Update

According to the Jan. 28 update from the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 17% of the state is currently experiencing some level…

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January 28, 2025

Average Winter Consumption

District customers are billed by Denver Water using a three-tier structure. In this structure, your first tier is calculated using your monthly water…

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January 21, 2025

2025 Board Meeting Schedule

Board of Directors Meetings are held at 8:30 a.m. on the fourth Friday of each month, at the District office, 8739 W. Coal Mine Ave. Exceptions may…

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January 14, 2025

Office Closure

If you have urgent business with the District on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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January 7, 2025

Denver Water and City of Littleton 2025 Rates

The Denver Board of Water Commissioners adopted rate changes to help pay for important upgrades, projects and ongoing maintenance and repair work to…

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January 7, 2025

Water Break in Stony Creek

Update 💧

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December 31, 2024

Closed New Year’s Day

If you have urgent business with the District on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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December 20, 2024

Water Break in Kipling Villas

There is a water main break near 6272 S. Everett St. The following 12 customers are affected by the water outage.

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December 17, 2024

Holiday Closure

The district office will close at 12 pm on Friday, December 20 and will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 & Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas…

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December 10, 2024

Celebrating 50 Years of the Safe Drinking Water Act

This district is proud to join the water community in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). This landmark law has…

December 3, 2024

December E-Newsletter

Posted on December 3, 2024

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November 26, 2024

Happy Thanksgiving!

If you have urgent business with the district on these days, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to…

November 19, 2024

South Platte Renew’s Annual Grease Takeback

Details are listed below and will be confirmed closer to date. Residents within the service area are welcome to drop off up to 10 gallons of used oil…

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November 13, 2024

Water Break in Crossings at Chatfield

There is a water main break near 8314 S. Everett Way. The following buildings are affected by the water outage.

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November 12, 2024

Save Water During the Holidays

Here’s how you can save water (and money) during the holidays!

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November 11, 2024

Happy Veterans Day!

The district would like to honor our veterans, Armando Quintana (left) and John Mathias (middle), for their service in the United States Marine Corps…

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November 7, 2024

Office Closed Due to Inclement Weather

If you have urgent business with the district, please call the main number at 303-979-2333 and follow the prompts for the on-call staff.

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November 5, 2024

Protect Your Pipes and Leaf Collection Event

This event runs until Friday, November 8.

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October 29, 2024

Trash the Guts this Halloween!

Protect your pipes from a plumbing nightmare this spooky season! Halloween is a time for tricks, treats, ghosts and ghouls, and of course, pumpkin…

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October 22, 2024

Winterize Your Sprinkler System Before it Freezes

Turning off your system a little earlier than normal this fall shouldn’t affect your lawn’s health. It will come back strong and green in the spring…

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October 15, 2024

10th Annual Imagine a Day Without Water

The water infrastructure in the district delivers clean drinking water to our residents and then safely returns wastewater to the environment…

October 8, 2024

Cover Your Flush

The district uses best practices to maintain sewer systems and lessen the risk of a blockage. This includes video and physical inspections, the use of…

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October 1, 2024

Fall Lawn Care

Keep Mowing – Grass doesn’t stop growing until it frosts over. Regular mowing helps the turf stay healthier. The ideal height for growing turf in…

September 24, 2024

District Fire Hydrant Regulations and Use

Although the fire department has detailed information on the location of district hydrants, it can be difficult to locate and connect to a hydrant in…

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September 17, 2024

Low Water Pressure

The answer will depend on your home’s physical relation to the water source supply. If your home is at a higher elevation relative to a water source…

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September 16, 2024

Emergency Water Break in Williamsburg

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September 12, 2024

Emergency Valve Repair

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September 10, 2024

Water and Sewer Locates in Your Neighborhood

The district continues to have an exceptional amount of utility locate requests. The majority is still attributed to fiber optic installation while…

September 3, 2024

September E-Newsletter Available

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the residents section of our website. Stay up to date on district projects that may impact your…

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August 28, 2024

Water Main Break in Columbine West

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August 27, 2024

Water Running Down S. Pierce St. from W. Walker Ave.

While performing work for Jefferson County’s Storm Drain Rehabilitation project, contractors ran into running water as they were excavating near W…

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August 27, 2024

Closed for Labor Day

If you have a non-emergency request, please submit that to us using the Customer Service Request form found on our website. Thank you!

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August 23, 2024

It’s Locator Safety and Appreciation Week!

Locator Safety & Appreciation Week, April 22 – 28, promotes safety awareness and best practices among utility locators, as well as raising public…

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August 20, 2024

Are You Experiencing Low Water Pressure? Or too High?

The answer will depend on your home’s physical relation to the water source supply. If your home is at a higher elevation relative to a water source…

August 13, 2024

Hydrant Flushing Ensures Water Quality

The district works year round to ensure the water delivered to our customers is of the highest-quality. This is substantially achieved through hydrant…

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August 6, 2024

August is National Water Quality Month

Knowing where your water comes from makes it easier to appreciate the quality of your local waterways, and can motivate you and your community to keep…

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July 30, 2024

Beat the Heat! Stay Hydrated!

Heat exhaustion can occur as a combined result of a rising internal temperature and dehydration. Symptoms include nausea, dizziness, muscle cramps…

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July 23, 2024

Sewer Backups Caused by Protruding Taps

While performing routine sewer maintenance, the district has encountered several protruding sewer taps resulting from recent pipe relining repairs…

July 16, 2024

Celebrate Smart Irrigation Month with Denver Water’s Splashstreet Boys

The watering rules incorporate best practices for efficient outdoor water use that will help keep your landscape healthy. It’s a simple way for you to…

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July 12, 2024

Valve Replacement in Foothills Overall Campus

The district is replacing an isolation valve in the Foothills Overall Campus near 11922 W. Quarles Ave. on Friday, July 12.

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July 9, 2024

July is Smart Irrigation Month

Irrigation systems need regular maintenance to keep them working efficiently year after year. Damage from lawn equipment or improper winterization can…

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July 9, 2024

Valve Replacement in Powderhorn

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July 2, 2024

Closed July 4 & 5

If you have urgent business with the District on these days, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to…

June 25, 2024

Backflow Preventer Theft

The images above and below were taken by district operators who responded to these reports.

June 18, 2024

South Platte Renew WaterFest

💧Get up close and personal with the majestic HawkQuest Birds of Prey, enjoy free food, and immerse yourself in engaging activities focused on…

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June 11, 2024

Late Summer Garden In A Box Available Now

Garden In A Box makes it easy to have a professionally designed, waterwise yard of your own. Orders placed for late summer season are ready for pickup…

June 4, 2024

June E-Newsletter Available

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the residents section of our website. Stay up to date on district projects that may impact your…

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May 29, 2024

2024 Water Quality Report Available

Denver Water collects more than 55,000 water samples and conducts more than 200,000 tests every year to ensure that the water delivered to 1.5 million…

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May 21, 2024

Office Closed

If you have urgent business with the District on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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May 14, 2024

Fire Hydrant Regulations

District and Fire Department regulations require that fire hydrants have a minimum clearance of 3 feet on all sides of the hydrant. If you have a fire…

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May 9, 2024

Water Break in Stony Creek

No customers are expected to be without water service throughout the duration of the repair.

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May 8, 2024

Sewer Main Replacement in Stony Creek

An inspection of this section of sewer main showed dips and heaving, which may lead to possible sewer issues for residents; therefore, this section…

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May 7, 2024

Water Shutoff Near West Laurel Park

7634 & 7624 W. LAUREL AVE.

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May 7, 2024

It’s Drinking Water Week!

The district joins in celebrating Drinking Water Week, an annual observance led by the American Water Works Association. Taking place May 5-11 this…

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April 30, 2024

Summer Watering Rules

The watering rules incorporate best practices for efficient outdoor water use that will help keep your landscape healthy. It’s a simple way for you to…

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April 16, 2024

National Work Zone Awareness Week

This year, National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) is April 15-19. This year’s theme is “Work Zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last…

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April 9, 2024

2024 Earth Day River Clean-Up

There will be a hybrid of Do-It-Yourself efforts throughout the two weeks, leading up to the clean-up in Littleton and Englewood on Saturday, April 27…

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April 2, 2024

National Safe Digging Month

Spring is here and so is project season. April is National Safe Digging Month and the district recognizes the importance of contacting 811 before all…

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March 26, 2024

Drought Status and Statewide Snowpack

According to the March 19 update from the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 8.4% of the state is currently in the Moderate…

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March 19, 2024

World Water Day 2024

World Water Day, held on the 22nd of March every year since 1993, is an annual United Nations Observance focusing attention on the importance of water…

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March 14, 2024

District Facilities Closed

If you have a non-emergency request, please submit that to us using the Customer Service Request form found on our website. Thank you!

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March 12, 2024

Next Week is Fix a Leek Week

The district challenges you to take part in Fix a Leak Week by checking for leaks and making simple and inexpensive upgrades to your home plumbing…

March 5, 2024

March E-Newsletter Available

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the residents section of our website. Stay up to date on district projects that may impact your…

February 27, 2024

Garden In A Box Available Soon

This simple, waterwise approach to gardening offers professionally designed kits with plant by number maps and plant care information. Homeowners…

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February 20, 2024

Sewer Line Responsibility and Insurance Coverage

The sewer service line is owned and maintained by homeowners, including the connection to the district’s main. All maintenance and repairs within the…

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February 13, 2024

Office Closure for Presidents Day

If you have urgent business with the district on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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February 6, 2024

Drought Status and Snowpack Update

According to the Jan. 30 update from the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 28% of the state is currently experiencing some level…

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January 30, 2024

Alan Salazar named permanent Denver Water CEO/Manager

DENVER — Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 — At its meeting today, the Denver Board of Water Commissioners named Alan Salazar as permanent CEO/Manager of…

January 23, 2024

Average Winter Consumption

District customers are billed by Denver Water using a three-tier structure. In this structure, your first tier is calculated using your monthly water…

January 16, 2024

2024 Board Meeting Schedule

Board of Directors Meetings are held at 8:30 a.m. on the fourth Friday of each month, at the District office, 8739 W. Coal Mine Ave. Exceptions may…

January 9, 2024

Office Closure

If you have urgent business with the District on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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January 2, 2024

2024 Water and Sewer Rates

Starting January 1, 2024, district customers will see a fixed monthly charge of $18.40 per 3/4” meter on their Denver Water bill.

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December 26, 2023

Office Closed on New Year’s Day

If you have urgent business with the District on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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December 19, 2023

Christmas Holiday Closure

The district office will close at noon on Thursday, Dec. 21, and will be closed on Friday, Dec. 22 and Monday, Dec. 25 for the Christmas holiday.

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December 12, 2023

Free Christmas Tree Recycling

The City of Littleton, along with South Suburban Parks and Recreation (SSPR), will offer free Christmas tree recycling daily at two locations from…

December 5, 2023

December E-Newsletter Available

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the residents section of our website. Stay up to date on district projects that may impact your…

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November 28, 2023

Prevent Sewer Backups and Take Advantage of South Platte Renew’s Annual Grease Takeback Program!

The district has responded to several sewer backups recently caused by grease buildup and other obstructions blocking customer sewer services. The…

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November 21, 2023

Thanksgiving Closure

If you have urgent business with the district on these days, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to…

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November 14, 2023

Save Water and Money During the Holidays

During the holidays, water plays a role in everything from food preparation to the cleanup process. Here’s how you can save water (and money) during…

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November 10, 2023

Thank you to all Veterans!

The district would like to honor our veterans, Armando Quintana (left) and John Mathias (right), for their service in the United State Marine Corps.

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November 7, 2023

Drought Status

According to the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 22% of the state is currently experiencing some level of drought with 18% in…

October 31, 2023

Happy Halloween!! Be Sure to Protect Your Pipes from a Plumbing Nightmare This Spooky Season!

Halloween is a time for tricks, treats, ghosts and ghouls, and of course, pumpkin carving. But imagine a nightmare worse than on Elm Street – clogged…

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October 23, 2023

Now is the Time to Prep Your Pipes from Freezing Temps!

Winterize your irrigation systems. Make sure that you turn everything off and fully drain or blow-out the system. Be sure to disconnect garden hoses…

October 17, 2023

Imagine a Day Without Water is October 19

A day without water would be incredibly challenging and disruptive to our daily lives, as water is an essential resource that we often take for…

October 10, 2023

Winterize Your Sprinkler System Before it Freezes

The district would like to remind its customers to turn off and winterize their sprinkler systems before the first freeze of the season. Typically…

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October 3, 2023

District Fire Hydrant Use

Withdrawal of water from a district owned fire hydrant, except for an emergency, requires a permit from the district. The permit specifies when the…

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September 26, 2023

Lawn Hibernation

A brown lawn does not always mean your lawn is dead; it could just be dormant. Some yellowing may be a sign of a dormant lawn. When your lawn is in…

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September 19, 2023

Fall Lawn Care

With the first day of fall just around the corner, the District would like to remind of you of some helpful fall lawn care tips. Following the tips…

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September 19, 2023

Emergency Water Shutoff in Woodmar Square

Water was restored to all affected residents at 7:15 pm. The contractor that was responsible for hitting the customer service line was also…

September 12, 2023

Water and Sewer Locates in Your Neighborhood

In the past few weeks, the district has received numerous customer inquiries regarding utility locate markings in their neighborhood.

September 5, 2023

September E-Newsletter Available

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the Residents section of our website. Stay up to date on District Projects that may impact your…

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August 29, 2023

Office Closure

If you have urgent business with the district on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

August 22, 2023

Is Your Water Pressure Too High or Too Low?

The answer will depend on your home’s physical relation to the water source supply. If your home is at a higher elevation relative to a water source…

August 15, 2023

Hydrant Flushing and Water Quality Month

In addition to maintaining and providing high water quality, hydrant flushing assures that hydrants are in proper working condition in the event of a…

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August 8, 2023

Jim Lochhead’s Legacy Stretches Across Decades

Those are just some of the words used to describe Jim Lochhead, the CEO/Manager of Denver Water who officially stepped down on Aug. 4, 2023, from that…

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August 1, 2023

August is National Water Quality Month

National Water Quality Month reminds us how vital our drinking water is and how we can all play a role in protecting it. Knowing where your water…

July 25, 2023

Slow Down for District Operators

When you see a district utility vehicle surrounded by orange cones on a busy street, please remember that field operators are working just inside…

July 18, 2023

Sewer Backups Caused by Protruding Taps

Recently, the district has experienced sanitary sewer backups that were caused by protruding taps resulting from customer-owned sewer service linings…

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July 11, 2023

July is Smart Irrigation Month

Irrigation systems need regular maintenance to keep them working efficiently year after year. Damage from lawn equipment or improper winterization can…

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July 6, 2023

Water Break in the Meadows Subdivision

There is a water main break near 9531 W. Walden Avenue.

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June 27, 2023

Office Closed July 3 and July 4

If you have urgent business with the District on these days, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to…

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June 20, 2023

Resource Central’s Fall Garden In a Box Available Soon

Resource Central’s Garden In A Box makes it easy to have a professionally designed, waterwise yard of your own. The Spring 2023 gardens have sold out…

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June 13, 2023

Denver Water Announces Alan Salazar as Next CEO/Manager

“Alan’s expertise in natural resources, commitment to public service and empathetic leadership style make him the perfect candidate to lead Denver…

June 6, 2023

June E-Newsletter Available

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the Residents section of our website. Stay up to date on District Projects that may impact your…

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June 5, 2023

Water Break in the Chatfield Bluffs/Dakota Station Area

The right, westbound lane on W. Chatfield Avenue will be closed until the repair is complete.

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May 30, 2023

2023 Water Quality Report Available

Denver Water collects more than 55,000 water samples and conducts more than 200,000 tests every year to ensure that the water delivered to 1.5 million…

May 23, 2023

Closed for Memorial Day

If you have urgent business with the District on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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May 22, 2023

Water Break in Bowles Marketplace

Crews will be onsite until approximately 6 pm today. No customers will have their water service interrupted during the repair.

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May 18, 2023

Water Main Break in Powderhorn

There is a water main break near 11173 W. Caley Avenue in the Powderhorn subdivision.

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May 16, 2023

Waterton Canyon Closure

Weekday access to Waterton Canyon will be closed Monday, May 8th through Friday, May 19th. During the closure, neither the parking lot or the canyon…

May 10, 2023

Drinking Water Week

For more than 40 years the American Water Works Association and its members have celebrated Drinking Water Week – a unique opportunity for both water…

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May 3, 2023

Drought Status

According to the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 44% of the state is currently experiencing some level of drought with 30% in…

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April 25, 2023

Summer Watering Rules Start Next Week

Lawn Watering Times provided by Denver Water. Visit their website for more information on Outdoor Watering Rules and Watering Tips.

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April 18, 2023

It’s National Work Zone Awareness Week

In honor of NWZAW, the district asks that drivers please SLOW DOWN near work zones.

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April 11, 2023

2023 Earth Day River Clean-Up

Volunteers can participate virtually or attend the in-person events on April 22nd. New this year: in-person locations in Englewood and Littleton!

April 10, 2023

Notice of Election

To Whom It May Concern and particularly to the electors of the Southwest Metropolitan Water and Sanitation District (“District”) of Arapahoe…

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April 4, 2023

April is National Safe Digging Month

Be sure to contact @Colorado811 at least 3 business days before any digging project, no matter how large or small. Hitting an underground utility line…

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March 28, 2023

Keep Wipes out of the Pipes!

Protect your pipes! Never flush wipes, feminine hygiene products, dental floss, cotton swabs, or anything other than the 3 Ps: Pee, Poop, & Toilet…

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March 21, 2023

World Water Day 2023

World Water Day, held on the 22nd of March every year since 1993, is an annual United Nations Observance focusing attention on the importance of water…

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March 14, 2023

Fix a Leak Week

Mark your calendars! The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) annual Fix a Leak Weak will be held March 20 through 26. Household leaks can waste…

March 7, 2023

March E-Newsletter Available

The Quarterly Newsletter is now available online under the Residents section of our website. Stay up to date on District Projects that may impact your…

March 1, 2023

Garden In A Box Spring 2023 Gardens Available Now!

Each xeric garden kit comes with 6-51 starter plants, a comprehensive Plant and Care Guide, plant by number maps, educational resources about water…

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February 21, 2023

2023 Colorado Water Plan Will Inspire Action to Build Stronger Water Future

The 2023 Colorado Water Plan was adopted by the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) in January 2023 and serves as a framework for statewide…

February 14, 2023

Office Closed for Presidents Day

If you have urgent business with the District on this day, please call the main number at 303-979-2333. The on-call staff person will respond to your…

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February 7, 2023

Drought and Snowpack Update

According to the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 36% of the state is currently experiencing some level of drought (with 54…

February 1, 2023

Call for Nominations

To Whom It May Concern, and particularly to the electors of the Southwest Metropolitan Water and Sanitation District of Jefferson, Douglas and…

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January 31, 2023

Preventing and Thawing Frozen Pipes

Identify your home’s freezing points. Check your home for pipes in areas that might be prone to freezing, such as crawl spaces, unheated rooms…

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January 24, 2023

2023-2032 Capital Master Plan

The Southwest Metropolitan Board of Directors approved the 2023-2032 Capital Master Plan (Plan) on September 23, 2022. The Plan allows the District to…

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January 17, 2023

2023 Board Meeting Schedule

Board of Directors Meetings are held at 8:30 a.m. on the fourth Friday of each month, with the exception of the November and December meetings which…

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January 17, 2023

Water Main Break in the Meadows

There is a water main break near 6902 S. Miller St.

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January 10, 2023

Office Closure

If you have a non-emergency request, please submit that to us using the Customer Service Request form found on our website. Thank you!

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January 9, 2023

Denver Water Traffic Advisory on West Bowles Avenue

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January 3, 2023

Denver Water and City of Littleton 2023 Rates

Starting January 1, 2023, district customers will see a fixed monthly charge of $17.90 per 3/4” tap equivalent on their Denver Water bill. The price…