A water shortage has forced water conservation measures on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park/NPS
Problems with filling water storage tanks prompted Grand Canyon National Park on Friday to implement mandatory water conservation measures on the park's South Rim.
"This measure is a reversal from earlier this week when water restrictions were lifted, as park managers have learned that storage tanks on the rim are not refilling at a sustainable rate," a park release said. "Water conservation measures require all park residents and visitors to conserve and reduce water usage wherever possible in homes, hotel rooms, and at the campgrounds."
Under the measures, concessions operations must switch to disposable dishes and utensils; alter menus to use less water for food prep and dish washing; adopt low water use for hotel room cleaning; and serve drinking water at restaurants by request only.
Though the park has entered water restrictions, park staff continues to encourage frequent hand washing for at least 20 seconds using soap and water to prevent the spread of disease.
Mandatory water conservation efforts on the South Rim include:
• No watering lawns/plants
• No washing cars, boats, bikes or any outside vehicle
• Run dishwashers or washing machines with only full loads (in eco mode if available)
• Utilize dry precleaning methods to scrap off food items before thoroughly washing dishes.
• Fill the sink with water while washing dishes to avoid running water
• Take shorter or less frequent showers
• Turn off the water while you shave or brush your teeth
• Use low water cleaning techniques and reduce toilet flushing to the minimum necessary
• Camper Services may implement limited hours for showers and laundry services
• Employee and concessionaire laundromats may implement limited hours
• Report drips, leaks, or other water loss to appropriate offices
• Remove outside hoses from spigots when not in use
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