The 2009 reporting season is over. Stay tuned for the 2010 Drought and Water Supply Outlook Status Report in April 2010. Thanks!

UPDATE: October 2009
Precipitation in September was below average for the month - the Basin received 2.1 inches of rain, 1.2 inches below normal. Since January 2009 our region has received 28.20 inches of rain, 1.93 inches below normal. Streamflow levels were below normal for most of the month at Point of Rocks and Little Falls. Flows at Point of Rocks dropped below the low flow monitoring threshold of 2,000 cfs (1,292 mg) and as a result daily monitoring and reporting of Potomac withdrawals by the CO-OP water suppliers and ICPRB were conducted. For additional information, download the latest edition of COG’s Regional Drought and Water Supply Status and Outlook.

Update - September 24, 2009
The ICPRB (The Interstate Commission on Potomac River Basin) has indicated that flows at Point of Rocks and Little Falls continue to drop - flows at Point of Rocks dropped below the low flow monitoring threshold of 2,000 cfs. When this occurs, daily monitoring and reporting of Potomac withdrawals by the CO-OP water suppliers and ICPRB are conducted. Regional experts will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed.

Update - September 8, 2009
The ICPRB (The Interstate Commission on Potomac River Basin) has indicated that streamflow conditions in the Potomac have declined over the past week. Regional experts will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed.

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Wise Water Use Tips for Outdoor Use - Lawn Care and Maintenance
Wise Water Use Tips for Winter
Wise Water Use Landscaping and Watering Guide
Lawn Care Watering Tips from the Loudoun County Sanitation Authority
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