News Flash

As summer progresses in the Snoqualmie Valley, we have seen high temperatures as well as cooler temperatures, yet the Snoqualmie River flow this time of year remains lower than usual. The City of North Bend’s Water Conservation Ordinance (WCO) is a positive way to actively help conserve water right now for our community and local wildlife, as well as others in the Snoqualmie River Watershed.

Beginning August 15, the city entered Stage 1 of the WCO. 

The WCO pertains to all property owners within city limits and all City of North Bend water customers within or outside city limits.

Due to the Snoqualmie River’s lower flow rate this time of year, the city will enter Stage 2 of the WCO on Wednesday, August 20. Learn more about Stages 1 and 2 by reading the Water Conservation Ordinance.

How to comply with Stage 1:

• Irrigation is allowed from 6 p.m. to 10 a.m. every day. Irrigation includes yard, orchard, garden and other ornamental landscaping. During these times, less evaporation tends to occur, which is more water efficient and can reduce your water bill.
• Hand/manual watering is allowed any time throughout the day.
• Properties with drip irrigation systems that are the sole source of watering are exempt from the WCO.
• Short-term recreational water usage is allowed under the WCO.  

Examples of wasteful use of water under the WCO:

Wasteful water usage occurs when water significantly runs off a resident's property, such as over irrigation, free flowing hoses, pool and pond draining and refilling (except as necessary for health, maintenance, or structural considerations), and washing concrete surfaces. 

Resources and more information about local water conservation and weather events:

• Water Conservation
• Water Conservation Ordinance
• Conserving indoors
• Conserving outdoors
• In 2021, the city of North Bend joined the Saving Water Partnership, an organization comprised of 19 water utilities. As a resident, you have access to rebates, free assessments and more!  
• Track localized, daily forecasts and more, is by visiting the National Weather Service, at www.weather.gov

 Stay up to date on the WCO and other local city news by: 

• Signing up for “Notify Me,” a free online subscription tool that allows you to pick from a range of topics that will be sent to your email or mobile device
• Visiting the City News Release webpage
• Follow the City on social media, via Facebook, X and NextDoor

Efficient use of water remains a key component to the overall management of water. The city appreciates your efforts to help conserve this limited natural resource.