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Conservation

Conservation2026-04-13T10:48:57-07:00

MAKING CONSERVATION A CALIFORNIA WAY OF LIFE
Rowland Water District must cut water use by 31% under the Making Conservation a California Way of Life mandate from the State of California. Failure to meet this target may result in penalties. That’s why every effort, big or small, you make in decreasing water use will contribute to California’s long-term goal of sustainable water use.

Water conservation objectives established under Senate Bill 606 (Hertzberg) and Assembly Bill 1668 (Friedman) require urban water suppliers, including Rowland Water District (RWD), to implement long-term, permanent efficiency standards. In response, the State Water Resources Control Board has issued orders to ensure water suppliers meet these conservation goals and enhance overall water reliability. These measures are driven by ongoing challenges such as declining water levels in the Colorado River system and the increasing variability of climate conditions, including more frequent and extreme weather patterns.

HOW DOES THIS IMPACT RWD & OUR COMMUNITY
One requirement is for urban water retailers to establish and meet a water use objective. For Rowland Water District, the State has set this water use objective at a 31% reduction in water use effective January 1, 2025.
 
DISCOVER WATER SAVINGS PROGRAMS
Curious about how much water your landscape really needs? Our FREE Residential Water Use Survey takes a close look at your outdoor watering habits and provides customized tips to help curb water use while maintaining a healthy yard. Click on this link to learn more on how to schedule your FREE survey.  

Additional residential water savings rebates are available to RWD customers through the Metropolitan Water District’s (MWD) SoCal Water$mart programs. Visit SoCal Water$mart to identify available programs and to verify your eligibility.

Visit for any new updates and developments on the Making Conservation a California Way of Life regulation. Meanwhile, our team will continue monitoring water supply conditions and enact appropriate measures if they become necessary.

Conservation Tips

Indoor

  • Use the washing machine and dishwasher only when full.

  • Check for leaks regularly – toilets, sinks, showers and tubs.

  • Use a shower timer and keep your shower under 5 minutes.

  • Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator not under running water.

Outdoor

  • Water in the early morning, or late at night.

  • Turn sprinklers off when it rains, is windy or cloudy.

  • Use drought tolerant plants in landscaping.

  • Clean your driveway and sidewalk with a broom.

Take Action to Save Water

Visit the Rowland Water District conservation webpage to explore simple, user-friendly tools designed to help you better understand your water use.

PUBLIC AGENCIES

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Fix all plumbing and irrigation leaks.

Saves about 20 gallons a day for each leak stopped

Don't run the hose while washing your car…use a bucket of water and a quick hose rinse at the end. That's a significant amount of water if you wash your cars frequently.

Saves 150 gallons each time

Install water saving shower heads.

Saves 500 to 800 gallons a month

Run only full loads in the washing machine and dishwasher.

Saves 300 to 800 gallons a month

Take shorter showers…even a one or two-minute reduction can save up to 700 gallons a month.

Saves up to 700 gallons a month

Use a broom instead of a hose to clean driveways and sidewalks…saves 150 gallons or more each time. At once a week, that's more than 600 gallons a month.

Saves 150+ gallons each time

Replace your old water guzzling toilet (3.5 to 7 gallons per flush, gpf) with a new ultra-low flush toilet (1.6 gpf).

Saves over 700 gallons a month

Capture tap or shower water. While you wait for hot water, catch the flow in a container to use later on house plants or in the garden.

Saves 400 to 600 gallons a month

Don't water the sidewalks, driveway, street, or the side of your house. Adjust sprinklers so the water lands on your lawn or garden – where it belongs.

Saves 500 gallons a month

Water your lawn only when it needs it. Step on your grass…if it springs back when you lift your foot, it doesn't need water. So set your sprinklers for less frequent watering. Better yet, in times of drought, water with a hose.

Saves 750 to 1,500 gallons a month

💧 Additional Ways to Save Water Every Day

Small changes can make a big impact. Try these simple, water-wise habits around your home and yard:

  • Mulch your landscape to lock in moisture and reduce evaporation (save up to 1,500 gallons/month)
  • Cover your pool to prevent evaporation and keep it cleaner (save ~1,000 gallons/month)
  • Water early in the morning to reduce waste and prevent plant disease (save ~300 gallons/month)
  • Skip watering on windy days—water can easily be lost to evaporation (waste up to 300 gallons per use)
  • Adjust irrigation seasonally—turn systems down or off during cooler, rainy months (save ~300 gallons each cycle)
  • Mow higher—longer grass shades soil and retains moisture (save up to 1,500 gallons/month)
  • Reuse water when possible, like directing cooler runoff to plants
  • Make playtime count—let kids use sprinklers only when the lawn needs watering
  • Choose commercial car washes that recycle water efficiently
  • Use waterless cleaners for quick cleanups instead of running the tap (save 7–10 gallons each time)
  • Skip the glass of water at restaurants if you don’t need it—it adds up
  • Upgrade your landscape with drought-tolerant plants for long-term savings (save up to 1,500 gallons/month)

Every drop counts. Together, these small actions can save thousands of gallons each month while supporting a more sustainable water future.

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