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Stage 1 drought restrictions
Coverage of Stage 1 drought restrictions in the Nexus archive.
- Denver Water: Residents meeting conservation goals, but more savings needed
Denver Water reports residents are meeting 20% water reduction targets amid drought, but usage remains near the five-year average as reservoir levels sit at 78%, below typical levels. Officials urge continued conservation under Stage 1 restrictions to avoid stricter measures, citing record heat and dry conditions in 2026.