Conservation
While the region has experienced increasing levels of precipitation since 2023, the rainfall did not sufficiently recharge local groundwater basins, the area’s primary water source. Until conditions improve, the Cypress Ridge and Nipomo water systems remain in Stage Two with mandatory restrictions while Santa Maria, Lake Marie, Sisquoc, and Tanglewood remain in Stage One.
Important Drought Notice:
Cypress Ridge and Nipomo customers are required to reduce water usage by 20% compared to 2020.
| System | Reduction goal | Actual reduction * |
|---|---|---|
| Cypress Ridge | 20% | -7% |
| Nipomo | 20% | -8% |
*Actual reduction (compared to 2020 usage)
Stage 1: Outdoor irrigation recommended no more than three days per week, before 8 AM or after 7 PM; even addresses on Sunday, Wednesday and Friday, odd addresses on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Stage 2: Outdoor irrigation limited to two days per week, before 8 AM or after 7 PM; even addresses on Sunday and Wednesday, odd addresses on Tuesday and Saturday.
In order to achieve the mandatory reductions, the following Staged Mandatory Water Conservation and Rationing Plan has been filed for the local water system.