PUBLIC NOTICE
Due to the current unprecedented demand for water, Brunswick County Public Utilities has declared a STAGE 1 WATER CONSERVATION ALERT for all Brunswick County Public Utilities Customers. Since the Memorial Day holiday weekend, an average of 18 million gallons of water per day has been consumed by Brunswick County's retail customers, industrial customers, and the customers of municipalities served by the County through wholesale water agreements. The peak usage during this period was 21.86 mgd, which represents approximately 70% of the County's total water treatment capacity.
Most of the increase in water consumption during the recent months is attributable to an increase in demand for irrigation due to the drought conditions being experienced throughout the Southeast. During a STAGE 1 WATER CONSERVATION ALERT, customers are asked to voluntarily conserve water.
Suggested Conservation Methods Include:
REDUCE IRRIGATION FREQUENCY
For established lawns, daily irrigation is not required. Irrigate only when there is no moisture in the root zone.
IRRIGATE DURING OFF PEAK HOURS
Peak demand for water is between 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. If irrigation is necessary, irrigate during off peak times.
CHECK FOR LEAKS AND REPAIR LEAKS IMMEDIATELY
Leaks such as running toilets and dripping faucets should be repaired immediately to reduce water consumption.
DO NOT WASH DOWN OUTSIDE AREAS SUCH AS DRIVEWAYS, SIDEWALKS, PATIOS, ETC.
USE HEAVY WATER-USING APPLIANCES DURING OFF PEAK HOURS
Appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines should be run during off peak times to reduce peak demand.
If the drought continues and the demand for water continues to increase, the County may implement additional mandatory water conservation measures. If you have any questions regarding this public notice, please contact the County's Public Utilities Department at 253-2860 or 371-3490 or 454-0512.
This STAGE 1 CONSERVATION ALERT does not affect water use restrictions issued by other utilities in Brunswick County.
Call Before You Dig!
Brunswick County Public Utilities
Water Distribution Division
(910) 253-2860
Request the location of utilities before you dig in highways, public rights-of-way, and private easements.
Notice of proposed excavation must be given, either orally or in writing not less than
two (2) nor more than ten (10) working days prior to starting, for the purposes
of locating, marking, flagging, and/or identifying underground utilities:
Public Utilities Administration
Water Distribution Division
20 Referendum Drive NE, Building G
P. O. Box 249
Bolivia, NC 28422
(910) 253-2860