By following the city’s mandatory restrictions and taking part in the opportunity to benefit from a variety of the city’s conservation programs, you greatly contribute in the effort to protect and manage our existing water supplies. See our Frequently Asked Questions about the drought.
Nearly all of Texas is facing a severe to exceptional drought.
With temperatures hitting triple digits earlier than usual this year, local water agencies like the NTMWD are focused on carefully managing our water supplies and asking customers to reduce their water use both indoors and outdoors.
US Drought Information
US Drought Monitor Map
Texas Drought Monitor Map
US Seasonal Drought Outlook/Forecast
Water Restrictions in Effect
Frisco moved to Stage 3 Restrictions on November 1, 2011. Residents are urged to turn their automatic sprinkler systems to the "OFF" position as there’s little to no need to water during fall and winter months, see more.
View the Drought and Emergency Plan Guide.
Why are Drought Restrictions in Place?
Frisco implemented its Drought Contingency and Water Emergency Response Plan at the direction of the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). The district which supplies water to Frisco, as well as 45 other cities and communities, initiated its drought plan as a result of:
· persistent, intensifying drought forecast through December 2011;
· declining water levels of reservoirs (both Lake Chapman and Lavon Lake currently 12 feet low)
· continued loss of raw water supply due to invasive zebra mussels;
· record usage for the district;
· approaching treatment plant capacity during high consumption periods.
What Do the Restrictions Mean for You?
When the Drought and Emergency Response Plan section of the Water Management Plan is initiated, all Frisco water customers are asked to reduce water use by a 2% (Stage 1), 5% (Stage 2), 10% (Stage 3), or the necessary reduction goal (Stage 4).
View the Drought Timeline
The following chart shows the conditions of Lake Lavon and Jim Chapman through the recent past.
Lake Level Update
Take a Closer Look
Click on the images taken of Lake Lavon which show why the North Texas Municipal Water District and its Member Cities are carefully managing water use throughout the region.
Have any Questions or Concerns?
Please contact the Public Works Department. Send us an email or call 972-292-5800.