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Broomfield stays in drought watch; water officials urge twice‑weekly irrigation and continued monitoring
Summary
City and County of Broomfield water staff recommended remaining in a voluntary drought watch for 2026 while monitoring supply and demand, urging residents to limit irrigation to twice a week (large areas max 1 inch/week) and describing tools—including a 2,700 acre‑foot carryover—to manage risk.
Broomfield water officials recommended the city remain in a voluntary drought watch for 2026 and asked residents to reduce outdoor watering to twice a week and limit large areas to one inch of water weekly.
The recommendation, delivered by Ken Root, director of Water Utilities, explained that the water system’s current supply and contractual allocations should meet 2026 needs but that staff will continue to monitor conditions and return to council if tighter restrictions become necessary. Root said staff’s outreach will emphasize voluntary conservation before formal stage declarations are considered.
Staff framed the decision around a simple supply‑to‑demand…
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