Amarillo suspends park irrigation, closes splash pads to conserve water

AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) — The City of Amarillo is taking additional steps to reduce municipal water use as it works to conserve water and help the city’s water reservoir recover.

City officials said Stage 1 conservation efforts have not resulted in the reduction in water use needed to help the reservoir recover.

As a result, the city is taking additional steps to reduce nonessential outdoor water use.

Effective immediately, the city is:

• Temporarily suspending irrigation at city parks and facilities
• Closing park splash pads

City officials said reducing water used for irrigation and recreation helps preserve stored water for the essential water needs of the community.

City officials said the actions will have visible impacts on residents who use public facilities.

The city said it is asking the community to conserve water and that the city has a responsibility to reduce its own water use as well.

Officials are asking residents to continue following the Stage 1 voluntary watering schedule and limit outdoor watering to no more than three times per week.

City officials said greater participation can help reduce demand, support recovery of the reservoir and help keep conservation measures voluntary.