Hello Summit Community Garden plot renters! Here is an overview of our irrigation schedule for the 2023 season. We are working closely with Basin Recreation and Mountain Regional Water District to get on our own waterline and will provide updates as this unfolds.
last updated: 6/14/2023
Overview
The drip irrigation automatically turns off when it rains, but the hoses should be available for use mid-week.
To conserve water, please avoid watering after it has rained or during the heat of the day. The heat mid-day increases evaporation rates and is therefore the least efficient time to water.
Our system will be reevaluated each month based on current water usage, weather, recommendations from other agencies, etc. Plot renters will receive monthly email updates to keep you in the know!
Watering Schedule
Each plot will be watered with drip irrigation, twice per week, for at least 1-hour (weather dependent) between the hours of 8 AM - 12 PM. If rain occurs, drip irrigation systems will automatically turn off. Below is a schedule of exact days you can expect your garden to be watered.
As always, please continue to look for other ways to water efficiently. If you spot a leak in the drip system, please grab a red flag from the bench area and flag the leak for our irrigation repair team. Thank you for working to conserve water with us each season! -
