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Based on City of Frisco weather station data, no watering is recommended this week.
Time of day watering guidelines apply now that it's Daylight Savings Time (DST). Irrigation controllers should be adjusted for the time change. Do not set controllers to run between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Running your sprinklers in the early morning and evening helps minimize water loss due to evaporation.
Watering Schedule Map - Set Your Controller - Cycle & Soak Watering - Free Sprinkler Checkup
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Join us for these FREE Events & Workshops! Space is limited. Learn more and register with the links below
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Birds are chirping, trees are budding, and the spring season has officially arrived. As we begin the transition into our region’s growing season, continue making WaterWise decisions as you resume your lawn and garden routine. Here are a few of our favorite tips:
- Water with the weather. Save money and conserve water by watering only when necessary. To take the guesswork out of watering, Frisco’s weekly watering recommendations use weather station data to provide easy-to-understand recommendations you can use to set your controller.
- Apply compost for long-term soil health. If you must use fertilizer, use it sparingly! Many types of synthetic fertilizer wash away during watering and rain events. That means harmful chemicals are washing down the storm drain and into our creeks and streams.
- Adjust your mower blades. When mowing, avoid removing more than one-third the length of the blade per cutting. Leave your cuttings in place to break down naturally into the soil; your grass will thank you!
- Schedule a FREE Sprinkler Checkup. Ensure your sprinkler system is working efficiently by using the myFRISCO app or calling 972-292-5800 to schedule a free sprinkler system check-up. In 2023, residents with an odd number street address can also schedule a free sprinkler system check-up, (Those with an even number address can request check ups in 2024).
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The North Texas Municipal Water District's (NTMWD) annual water distribution system maintenance is underway and will continue through April 3. The annual, routine change in disinfectant is necessary to maintain the regional system and high water quality year round. During the 28-day period, consumers who are sensitive to taste and odor changes in drinking water might notice a palatability change. This change does not alter the quality of the drinking water. The NTMWD has conducted the annual maintenance for over 10 years. The City of Frisco’s water system has a Superior Rating with the TCEQ and exceeds all state and federal drinking water standards.
Read more about the temporary change in disinfectant process.
The City of Frisco performs regular testing for water quality. View the city's recent test results.
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You've got questions and our Licensed Irrigators have answers.
This week's question:
I just had new sod installed and I was told to water it for 3 days a week for several weeks. How do I do that without getting a ticket?
Answer:
If you have had new plantings or turf installed, you may request a Watering Exemption from the City. The exemption is valid for only the zone(s) affected by new turf or landscaping, for up to 30 days. At the end of the exemption, you will be scheduled a Free Sprinkler Checkup to ensure your controller has been reset to the correct water day, start times and run times. To request an exemption, just down load the myFRISCO app on either Play Store or the App store.
Kyle Poe, Senior Irrigation Inspector
Want your questions answered? Email us at waterwise@friscotexas.gov.
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Registration for Clean It & Green it is Open.
Join us on Saturday April 22, 2023 for Frisco's annual clean up event. Help Keep Frisco Beautiful by participating in this community litter pickup. Visit www.FriscoTexas.gov/CleanItandGreenIt to register today!
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March is Texas SmartScape Month! SmartScape™ Month is a coordinated effort among the Dallas-Fort Worth region to promote water conservation, pollution prevention, and composting principles. The methods Smartscape provides can positively contribute to temperature control, erosion control and preventing invasive species. By following Texas Smartscape’s fundamental steps and principals, individuals can benefit their local environment as well as benefit financially.
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The City of Frisco partnered with Rainwater Solutions, Inc. to offer Ivy rain barrels at a discounted price. These 50-gallon rain barrels are made from recycled plastics in the USA, are easy to assemble and install, and are stable when full. The sale runs through Monday, April 3.
The sale runs through April 3rd and pick-up is April 15th.
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GPCD: Frisco's Water Statistics
The average daily water usage per person in Frisco is known as the GPCD. Calculations are obtained by dividing the total number of gallons used in Frisco by our city's population.
This week in Frisco, the GPCD was 120.
Last week, the GPCD was 113.
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2022 Water Quality Report
Frisco water meets with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and exceeds all state and federal drinking water standards. Learn more by reviewing the Superior Rating. The City of Frisco is proud to let its customers know they receive safe, high-quality drinking water. Frisco’s water system has an Annual Drinking Water Quality Report.
To learn more about how Frisco keeps your drinking water clean, check out the City's most recent Progress in Motion video!
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