Iola has implemented a number of water usage restrictions beginning today.
The stage 2 water warnings were issued by the Kansas Water Office, affecting communities in the Cottonwood and Neosho River Basins Water Assurance District No. 3 .
The restrictions are geared to prohibiting the waste of water and include:
• An odd/even lawn watering system will be imposed on Iolans. Residents with odd-numbered addresses will water on odd days; even addresses will water on even days.
• Outdoor water use, including lawn watering and car washing, will be restricted to before 10 a.m. and after 9 p.m.
• Golf courses will restrict watering to tees and greens after sunset.
• Swimming pools may be refilled one day a week after sunset.
• Outdoor watering will be restricted to use of a hand-held hose or bucket only.
• Excess water use charges will be considered.
