As a distributor of Denver Water, Willows Water District is obligated to follow Denver's Operating Rules. Effective March 25, 2026, Denver Water has declared a Stage 1 Drought and implemented watering restrictions. Customers are asked not to turn on sprinkler systems until mid to late May to help conserve water supplies. This summer, customers in single-family residential properties may water no more than two days per week and must follow a set schedule:

• Addresses ending in even numbers: Sunday and Thursday.
• Addresses ending in odd numbers: Wednesday and Saturday.

All other customers, including multifamily properties, commercial properties, homeowners associations and government properties, may water only on Tuesdays and Fridays.

In addition,

• Water only during cooler times of the day, between 6 p.m. and 10 a.m.
• Do not allow water to pool in gutters, streets and alleys.
• Do not waste water by letting it spray on concrete and asphalt.
• Repair leaking sprinkler systems within 10 days.
• Do not irrigate while it is raining or during high winds.
• Use a hose nozzle with a shut-off valve when washing your car.

As of April 8, 2026, Denver Water will increase the rate it charges Willows Water District starting June 1st.  This  rate increase will include May water consumption .  As a result, the Willows Water District Board of Directors will be considering potential water rate adjustments for customers to offset any increased costs.

A public meeting will be held to discuss this matter:

• Date: May 12, 2026
• Time: 7:30 a.m.
• Location:  Willows Water District Office

Denver Water Stage 1 Drought Declaration News Article

To report water waste, call 303-770-8625.

For a more detailed description of watering guidelines (new sod/seed, water waste definitions, etc.) click here.