On Friday, Aug. 15, the town of Frisco moved to Phase 2 of mandatory water-use restrictions.

As water levels in the North Tenmile Creek have dropped below the required threshold for voluntary measures, the restriction will go into effect immediately, according to a news release from the town.

On Wednesday, Aug. 13, streamflow was measured at 2.60 cubic feet per second, which is just above the Colorado Water Conservation Bond’s August minimum requirement of 2.50 cubic feet per second, but below the town’s trigger for mandatory restrictions

As part of Phase 2 restrictions, a mandatory irrigation schedule will be enforced. Watering will be allowed overnight at even-numbered addresses from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. At odd-numbered addresses, watering will be allowed overnight from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m. on Sunday, Wednesday and Friday. No outdoor irrigation is permitted on Mondays.

Flowers, decorative plants, bushes and trees may be watered at any time and on any day, so long as such watering is done by way of drip irrigation or by hand-using a watering can or a hose with an automatic shut-off valve.

Additionally, residents will only be permitted to wash a structure, motor vehicle or boat if the hose being used is equipped with an automatic shut-off valve. Washing any paved area is prohibited, and water can only be served at a commercial establishment if a customer first requests water.

If conditions worsen, Phase 3 restrictions may be triggered.

Residents and businesses are being asked to comply fully with the water-use restrictions, avoid water waste and remain mindful of water use as summer continues. For more details on Frisco’s water-use code and conservation efforts, visit FriscoWater.com or contact the Public Works Department at 970-668-0836.