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Drought Management

Colorado’s reduced snowpack this year could impact water supplies and increase the risk of drought across the state.

The City of Brighton Utilities Department is closely monitoring conditions and is currently on drought watch as we track snowpack levels and regional water conditions. If needed, drought response stages may be implemented later this year.

As of March 16th, 2026, the South Platte Basin snowpack is about 67% of what we would normally expect this time of year, putting it among the lowest levels on record. Conditions like this are why the City continues to closely monitor water supplies and encourage conservation.

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The City of Brighton is currently at "Stage 0" and will continue to monitor conditions. 

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City of Brighton Drought Management Efforts

The City of Brighton Parks and Recreation Department, in coordination with the Utilities Department, has begun preparations to implement irrigation reductions across the park system in accordance with the City’s drought response stages. These adjustments are designed to responsibly manage water use while continuing to maintain safe and usable park spaces for the community.

Under the response, irrigation levels for City owned and managed spaces will be reduced by specific percentages depending on the drought stage currently in effect. These reductions are applied strategically across parks, open spaces, and other landscaped areas to prioritize high-use areas while allowing less critical turf areas to receive reduced watering. Residents may notice some turf areas appearing drier than usual if these conservation measures are implemented.  


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