Water Wasters Wednesday: Viewers report irrigation issues at school park, restaurants
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) — As Amarillo remains under Stage 1 drought restrictions, viewers are pointing out possible water waste at several locations.
The City of Amarillo moved into Stage 1 of its Drought Contingency Plan on Aug. 17 due to the state of the city’s water reservoir. Officials are asking residents to limit outdoor watering to no more than three times per week.
City restrictions extend to schools
The city has temporarily suspended irrigation at its parks and facilities and is asking local school districts to follow the same voluntary restrictions.
This week, viewers raised concerns about water use at a school park and two restaurants.
Puckett School Park
On Aug. 24, a viewer sent a video from Puckett School Park showing water shooting into the air from what appeared to be a broken irrigation system.
Amarillo ISD addressed the concern.
Viewers also sent reports of possible water waste at two Amarillo restaurants.
Cheddar’s and Buffalo Wild Wings
On Aug. 24, a viewer raised concerns about irrigation at Cheddar’s on I-40 near Western Street. The viewer said there appeared to be a missing sprinkler head, misaligned sprinklers and watering around 3 p.m. on a 100-degree day.
Another viewer sent a photo from Buffalo Wild Wings on Coulter Street on Aug. 23 showing water pooling into the street.
Canyon ISD modernization plan
On Aug. 14, Canyon ISD announced a plan to improve water conservation included in its proposed facilities modernization plan.
The plan is pending approval and includes water conservation enhancements, LED lighting upgrades and building automation system upgrades across multiple campuses.
Canyon ISD previously said the modernization plan is expected to generate about $13 million in utility savings over the next 20 years.
If you spot possible water waste at a business, school, government building, or other public space, take a photo or video and send it to waterwasters@newschannel10.com.
NewsChannel 10 reached out to Canyon ISD for more information about the proposed improvements.
The district has not yet provided a response.