Water Conservation Program

Water Supply in King County

Frequently Asked Questions about Drought -- Washington State University, King County Extension

Global Warming Initiative

Reclaimed Water Program

External Resources

Water Use it Wisely

Saving Water Partnership

How to Conserve Water and Use It Effectively - Environmental Protection Agency

King County's Water Conservation Program provides water-saving tips and resources for the public and funds water-saving plumbing upgrades for King County facilities and other regional organizations.

The Wastewater Treatment Division supports water resource management through wastewater treatment and production of reclaimed water, water conservation, pollution prevention and environmental protection.

Why Conserve Water? Environment, People and Cost

Conserving water ensures that necessary supplies are available year round to meet the needs of the people, farms, fish and businesses of King County.

More water is left in-stream to provide water and electricity for people, farms and industry during dry summer months.
More water is left in-stream to support critical salmon runs and protect aquatic life.
Homeowners save money through reduced water, sewer and energy costs.
Ratepayers and taxpayers save by not paying to treat excess wastewater or build new wastewater facilities.
Lower government and non-profit operating costs saves money for important public services and programs.

Saving Water Inside and Out
The average person uses more than 65 gallons of water a day - 5 ways to conserve water today:

Turn off the faucet while brushing teeth and shaving
Don't use drains and toilets as trashcans
Place a gallon jug filled with water in your toilet tank
Shorten your shower by two minutes
Make it count -water yards early morning or late evening and defy evaporation

Water Conservation Projects and Results
Projects completed since 2001 have resulted in annual savings of more than 43 million gallons of water and $472,000 in water and sewer costs for regional public service organizations.

sanitizers faucet urinal

Treatment Plant Tours Water Conservation Public Education and Resources
Resources, partnerships and treatment plant tours.

Past News Releases

March 21, 2005 -- Drought prompts King County to begin water-saving actions
March 17, 2005 -- New wastewater treatment filters will help provide drought-proof source of reclaimed water
March 9, 2005 -- 'Global warming-like' conditions prompt Sims to lay out King County's immediate, future water planning efforts
Nov. 3, 2003 -- This Week: Low flow is the way to go at King County pools and parks
Oct. 22, 2002 -- New water conservation program creates a washer-load of savings for King County residents, environment

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For more information about King County's Water Conservation Program and water reclamation efforts, contact Jo Sullivan at 206-296-8361 or by e-mail.

Jo Sullivan
King County Water Conservation Program
201 S. Jackson St., Suite 505
Seattle, WA 98104-3855

Updated: Sept. 22, 2006

Also of interest

Water Supply in King County
Infiltration and Inflow Control Program

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