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Harrisville Water Department
115 Central Street
Harrisville, RI 02830
Office (401) 568-2224 Fax (401) 568-9969
Paul Bisson – Superintendent

Posted September 10, 2010

Water Ban Lifted  View/Print PDF File

The Harrisville Water Department is issuing this notice that the water ban has been lifted effective September 14, 2010.

We all share in the benefits of the world's safest, purest drinking water. By making simple changes in our daily routines, we can all contribute to protecting this resource for future generations.

What local residents can do?

• Water your lawn early in the morning or at night to avoid excessive evaporation. Do not over-water your lawn.
• Fully load the dishwasher and clothes washer before running.
• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator or in the microwave instead of running hot water over the food.
• When washing dishes by hand, do not let the water run.
• Use a broom, rather than a hose, to clean sidewalks and driveways.
• If you have a swimming pool, use a cover. You will cut the loss of water by evaporation by 90 percent.
• Repair dripping faucets and leaky toilets. Dripping faucets can waste up to 2,000 gallons of water each year in the average home. Leaky toilets can waste as much as 200 gallons per day.
• Do not leave the water running while you brush your teeth.

Posted July 14, 2010

Water Ban Notice  View/Print PDF File

ATTENTION HARRISVILLE AND PASCOAG WATER CUSTOMERS
Public notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the Water Shortage Regulations ("Regulations") under §VI of the By-Laws of the Harrisville Fire District ("Harrisville"), the Harrisville Operating Committee has declared a water shortage emergency and restrict outdoor water usage. The District has attempted to avoid this measure, but do to this summer's extended drought, this water conservation is now unavoidable and it is extremely important that everyone do their part to conserve water.

THE HARRISVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT IS ISSUING THIS NOTICE OF OUTDOOR WATER RESTRICTIONS FROM TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. THE RESTRICTIONS CONSIST OF NO OUTDOOR WATER USE WITH THE EXCEPTION OF TUESDAYS AND SATURDAYS FROM 12:00 AM TO 8:00 AM. WATERING CANS MAY BE USED TO WATER YOUR FLOWER AND VEGETABLE GARDENS ON THE OTHER DAYS, BUT NO SPRINKLERS ARE TO BE USED.

Please be advised that Harrisville intends to strictly enforce the ban and prosecute violators to the full extent of the law in accordance with the procedure and penalties provided in the Regulations. A copy of the Regulations is available at the Harrisville office.

Donald C. Mehrtens
Chairman

Posted April 23, 2009

Harrisville Water Department Celebrates Drinking Water Week with Call to Action for Local Residents

Public Encouraged to Conserve Most Valuable Natural Resource

Harrisville Water Department kicks off National Drinking Water Week, May 3-9, with a call to action for the local community to help protect and preserve our most valuable natural resource – drinking water.

"National Drinking Water Week reminds us of the essential role we can play in our lives to conserve our drinking water supply, "said Paul Bisson. "We all share in the benefits of the world's safest, purest drinking water. By making simple changes in our daily routines, we can all contribute to protecting this resource for future generations."

Only one percent of the earth's water is available for human consumption and yet, according to the latest US Geological Survey, the United States uses 408 billion gallons a day. On the industrial level, numerous water-saving technologies have been employed to help conserve water. And while strong progress has been made, there are several simple steps that consumers can take to help protect our water supply.

What local residents can do?

• Water your lawn early in the morning or at night to avoid excessive evaporation. Don't over-water your lawn.
• Fully load the dishwasher and clothes washer before running.
• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator or in the microwave instead of running hot water over the food.
• When washing dishes by hand, don't let the water run.
• Use a broom, rather than a hose, to clean sidewalks and driveways.
• If you have a swimming pool, use a cover. You will cut the loss of water by evaporation by 90 percent.
• Repair dripping faucets and leaky toilets. Dripping faucets can waste up to 2,000 gallons of water each year in the average home. Leaky toilets can waste as much as 200 gallons per day.
• Don't leave the water running while you brush your teeth.

"It is incumbent upon us all to protect this valuable natural resource," said Paul Bisson. "By taking these simple steps, we can all feel confident that we are doing our part."