Water Conservation & Shortage Stages
ETWD Water Conservation Requirements
ETWD is in a Level 0 Water Shortage Stage or in normal water conditions. This was updated on May 25, 2023 to current. Customers are asked to follow ETWD Water Conservation Requirements listed below.
ETWDs Water Conservation Requirements
Water Shortage Stages
| Water Shortage Stage | Water Shortage Condition | Percent Shortage |
| 0 (Year Round) | Normal Water Conditions | 0% |
| 1 | Level 1 Water Supply Shortage | 1 to 10% |
| 2 | Level 2 Water Supply Shortage | 11 to 20% |
| 3 | Level 3 Water Supply Shortage | 21 to 30% |
| 4 | Level 4 Water Supply Shortage | 31 to 40% |
| 5 | Lefel 5 Water Supply Shortage | 41 to 50% |
| 6 | Level 6 Water Supply Shortage | over 50% |
ETWD Documents:
2026 ETWD Water Shortage Contingency Plan
2025 ETWD Water Shortage Contingency Plan Ordinance
California Water Resources:
- State Water Resources Control Board - Water Conservation Portal
- State Water Resourcces Control Board Water Restrictions FAQ
- California Department of Water Resources
- View the latest drought information from Metropolitan Water District and how local water agencies are planning for drought conditions, please click here.
- U.S. Drought Monitor for California
Supply Information:
California WATER WATCH - Latest weather conditions
Take Action
We need your help in using water efficiently. Please reduce your water use as much as possible by following the water wise tips and ETWDs Permanent Water Conservation Requirements below.
ETWD’s Permanent Water Conservation Requirements Flyer - These requirements are in effect at all times.
- Take shorter showers
- Turn the faucet off when brushing your teeth or shaving
- Scrape food off dishes instead of pre rinsing before loading into the dishwasher
- Compost food scraps to avoid using the garbage disposal
- Wash full loads of laundry and dishes
- Install a water saving showerhead
- Install a high efficiency toilet
- Use a broom to sweep driveways, patios and sidewalks
- Replace turf with California Friendly landscaping
- Install a weather based irrigation controller
Report Water Waste
If you witness water being wasted in your neighborhood, please let ETWD know and we will address the issue Click here to submit a report.