Water Leaks Unrepaired

Unrepaired Water Leaks can result in large amounts of water loss. 

Dripping Faucet @ 1/4 GPM = 10,800 Gallons/month                                                                                1 Bath = 42 Gallons 

Leaking Toilet @  1/2 GPM = 21,600 Gallons / month                                                                                 1 Shower = 17 Gallons

Drip Irrigation @ 1 GPM = 43, 200 Gallons/month                                                                                        Wash 1 load of clothes= 45 Gallons

Watering Garden @10 GPM = 36, 0000 Gallons/ month                                                                              Flush Toilet = 3 Gallons

Unattended Water Hose @10 GPM  (1 night) = 5,400 Gallons

Broken Water Line on Customer Side @ 15 GPM = 648, 000 Gallons/ month

 

**If you find a water leak and you live in the city limits; after the leak is repaired, bring a written paragraph about where the leak was, approx. date when you found the leak and any receipts or invoice.  The city clerk will look at the submitted paperwork and see if you are eligible for a credit on the sewage not used.**