Water Conservation
Conservation is every desert dweller's duty. Even small changes can make all the difference.

Conservation Facts

• A garden hose can use more than 10 gallons of water per minute. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) recommends that people sweep their driveways instead of using a hose.
   
• It takes 50 gallons of water to wash a car. Commercial car washes are recommended because the facilities capture the used water and send it to the water treatment plant, where it is treated and added back to the water cycle.
   
• Switching to a high-efficiency washing machine can save more than 5,000 gallons of water a year, including 2,200 gallons of hot water.
   
• Washing only full loads in the washing machine or dishwasher can save up to 2,000 gallons of water a year.
   
• Installing a hot water recirculating pump can save 8,000 to 10,000 gallons of water a year.
   
• It takes 20 gallons of water to hand wash the dishes. A dishwasher uses between 12 and 20 gallons. Use the dishwasher to save water.
   
• Leaving the water on while you brush uses 5 gallons of water.
   
• Switching from a high-flow shower head to a high-efficiency shower head can save 8,000 gallons of water a year.
   
• Converting a 20 x 20 foot patch of grass to xeriscape can save about 15,000 gallons of water a year.
   
• Shutting off the sprinklers on rainy days can save 500 gallons of water in one day.
   
• Keeping swimming pools covered when not in use can save 5,000 gallons or more a year.
   
• Properly managing your pool to avoid unnecessary draining and refilling can save 20,000 gallons of water a year.