Kyle city officials have lessened the city’s drought status from Stage 2 to Stage 1, effective Nov. 27.
The shift comes as a result of conservation efforts from Edwards Aquifer Authority (EAA) and the Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer Conservation District (BSEACD), according to a city press release.
Stage 1 status began Tuesday as the city took down water restriction signs. Technically, the city was out of drought status in October.
However, malfunctioning city water wells, along with a recent water line break repaired Nov. 21, led to the city to delay the shift to Stage 1 by a few weeks.
City officials urge residents to continue wastewater and sewer standards, meaning residents should only flush toilet paper. Improper disposal into waterlines can lead to costly repairs and difficulty moving water.
The city’s goal is to reduce water use by 10 percent while in Stage 1, according to its water contingency plan. The city attempted to reduce usage by 20 percent when in Stage 2.
During Stage 1 restrictions, the city manages groundwater and surface water supplies in a conservative manner and prohibits residents from using their yard sprinklers between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
