News release
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency is asking customers to pause all outdoor water use from Feb. 17-24 while scheduled maintenance at Castaic Lake temporarily limits the agency’s imported water supply.
The California Department of Water Resources will complete pipeline repairs at Castaic Lake, temporarily closing SCV Water’s connection and concluding maintenance that began in December. SCV Water does not have any maintenance or repair work planned during this shutdown.
“Thank you to all SCV Water customers for doing their part to save water during the first phase of the project,” the agency said in a news release. “During the December shutdown, SCV Water customers saved 77 million gallons of water (26% compared to previous water use), which ensured reliable supplies for all.”
In preparing for the second phase of scheduled maintenance, SCV Water is asking customers to work together again to save water from Feb. 17 to 24. During that time, outdoor water systems should be completely turned off so available supplies can be reserved for indoor needs, health and safety, and emergencies. The shut-off request extends to all outdoor water uses including, but not limited to:
- Irrigating personal landscapes or common areas in business parks or homeowners associations.
- Washing vehicles by hand.
- Filling or refilling pools.
- Using water for grading in new developments.
- Any other major uses of water that can be postponed until the following week.
In advance of the second phase of maintenance, SCV Water will remind customers of the call for conservation through various communication channels, including a recorded phone message.
