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What can I do differently under Conservation Stage 2?
The biggest change under Stage 2 is outdoor watering. Automatic irrigation systems and sprinklers are limited to once per week on your assigned watering day and may only be used before 10 a.m. or after 8 p.m.
You can:
- Water with a handheld hose equipped with an automatic shutoff nozzle, bucket, drip irrigation system or non-spraying soaker hose on any day before 10 a.m. or after 8 p.m.
- Water your foundation for up to two hours during permitted watering hours.
- Wash your vehicle at home on your assigned watering day using a bucket or a hose with an automatic shutoff nozzle, or use a commercial car wash any day.
Why is NBU moving to Stage 2 Water Conservation?
In consultation with New Braunfels Utilities (NBU), Mayor French has declared Conservation Stage 2 in accordance with the City of New Braunfels Code of Ordinances. Under the ordinance, Stage 2 may be implemented when the 10-day rolling average of the Edwards Aquifer at the J-17 monitoring well reaches 650 feet above mean sea level or lower, or when Comal Springs flow reaches 200 cubic feet per second (cfs) or lower, whichever occurs first. These objective measurements help ensure a reliable water supply while protecting our community’s water resources during drought conditions.
What happens if water conditions improve or worsen?
NBU continuously monitors water conditions and will communicate updates with customers. If conditions continue to improve and meet the requirements outlined in the City ordinance, conservation restrictions may be further reduced. If conditions decline, additional conservation measures may be needed.
Water conditions can change quickly, and continued conservation helps maintain the reliability of our water supply.
Why do I still need to conserve?
Water is a shared resource, and responsible water use remains an important part of maintaining a reliable water supply. Thanks to decades of planning and investments in a diverse water portfolio, New Braunfels has a reliable water supply.
Conservation helps protect local water resources, reduces unnecessary demand on infrastructure and helps ensure water is available when conditions become more challenging. Every gallon conserved today helps support our community’s long-term water future.
Does NBU profit from drought?
No. NBU is a not-for-profit utility. If any excess revenue is collected during severe drought it would be reinvested into conservation programs and customer assistance.