Squeeze Every Drop

09/02/2026

Looks like another week of high temperatures and no rain, OKC! Use these outdoor watering tips to protect your landscape and conserve water during the drought and heatwave.

* Water before sunrise to reduce evaporation and keep soil and plant roots healthy.

* Do a quick DIY sprinkler checkup and look for leaks, hidden programs, or runoff going into streets and sidewalks.

* Avoid overwatering. Lawns often turn brown and go dormant during dry spells. This is natural and doesn't mean the grass has died. Extra watering won't prevent dormancy, but the grass should bounce back by spring!

For more outdoor watering tips, sprinkler system guidance, and information about our water efficiency programs, visit SqueezeEveryDrop.com.

08/11/2026

Did you know the City of Oklahoma City's Water Conservation Team offers a program dedicated to helping restaurants conserve water and reduce costs?

The H2Outstanding Restaurant program helps local restaurants, cafes, and commercial kitchens check their water use, identify leaks, and spot ways to save. It's free to join!

All participating restaurants receive a detailed water efficiency report. Certified restaurants also get a free water-efficient pre-rinse spray valve, recognition on our website, and a feature on our Squeeze Every Drop social media pages.

Help support Oklahoma City's water conservation efforts by sharing this post or tagging your favorite restaurants.

Restaurants interested in joining can fill our the Interest Form at SqueezEveryDrop.com or email [email protected]. This program is for businesses that receive an Oklahoma City water utility bill.

08/04/2026

Congrats to Guyutes for becoming Uptown23rd 's newest certified H2Outstanding Restaurant!

Located at 730 NW 23rd Street, Guyutes serves up a menu that has a unique twist on traditional dishes and drinks. The rooftop patio, colorful mural, and string lights create and atmosphere that is both inviting and fun. Guyutes' long-term commitment to good music, good food, and good vibes now includes a commitment to water conservation and efficiency. Thank you for joining the H2Oustanding Restaurant program!

Visit SqueezeEveryDrop.com to see more H2Outstanding Restaurants in the Oklahoma City area and to learn more about this free program.

07/27/2026

Our newest H2Outstanding Restaurant is long-time OKC favorite, Taj Cuisine of India!

Head over to 1500 NW 23rd Street to grab a plate (or three!) of delicious South Indian buffet dishes, including many vegan, vegetarian, and non-vegetarian options.

Thank you for supporting water conservation efforts in Oklahoma City!

Visit SqueezeEveryDrop.com to learn more about the free H2Outstanding Restaurant certification program and to browse the list of currently certified restaurants.

07/17/2026

Congratulations to Tayta Latin Cuisine for becoming our latest certified H2Outstanding Restaurant!

Located at 25 N Hudson Ave in downtown OKC, you will find vibrant Peruvian, Caribbean, and Central American dishes with a modern presentation. They also serve handcrafted beverages, juices, and coffee and offer catering for your next event.

Thank you for your commitment to water conservation and efficiency, Tayta Latin Cuisine!

Visit SqueezeEveryDrop.com to see a full list of our currently certified H2Outstanding Restaurants and to learn more about this free water efficiency program.

07/15/2026

Looking for a new sprinkler controller? Upgrade to a smart controller that uses local weather or soil moisture data to automatically adjust your watering schedule. Smart controllers are an easy way to save water and money on your water utility bill!

07/13/2026

How do you save water at home, at school, or while outdoors? Show us with your artwork during our Draw Every Drop Art Contest! 🎨🖍️

Submit your drawing for a chance to be featured on Squeeze Every Drop's social media pages and newsletter. Open to everyone 17 and under. Visit SqueezeEveryDrop for full details and to download the social media consent release form.

Submit your art and release form via mail to the address below or drop it off at your favorite Metropolitan Library System location by August 15, 2026.

Oklahoma City Utilities Department
Attn: Squeeze Every Drop
420 W Main St, Suite 500
OKC, OK 73102

07/10/2026

Congratulations to Soul Café for their recent certification as an H2Outstanding Restaurant!

Located at 3010 Paseo Ste 1, Soul Cafe offers diverse drink options that are delicately crafted with ethically sourced origins. Browse the selection of loose leaf teas, matcha, chai, coffee, and Halal-certified food options.

Thank you for valuing water efficiency and conservation efforts in Oklahoma City!

Visit SqueezeEveryDrop.com to learn more about the H2Outstanding Restaurant program and find a list of currently certified restaurants.

07/10/2026

Some handy information for our pool owners!

Draining your swimming pool? Protect Oklahoma's waterways!

Remember, storm drains flow directly to local creeks, rivers, and lakes without treatment. Pool water may contain chlorine, salt, and other chemicals that when entering the storm drains, can harm fish, plants, and other aquatic life.

Before you drain your pool, follow these simple steps:

1. Check to see if your pool has a sanitary sewer connection. If it does, drain to sanitary sewer.
2. Stop adding chemicals or salt at least 7 days prior to draining or add a dechlorinator.
3. Test the water with chlorine strips and wait until the chlorine level is 0.1 mg/l or less.
4. Once chlorine is undetectable, you should drain into a grassy area, but you must discharge the water slowly to prevent erosion and flooding.
5. If you wish to discharge into the storm drain, reach out to your local municipality for permission.

07/08/2026

Confused by the controller? Perplexed by the pipes?

Join us at one of our Water Smarter, Not Harder workshops to learn ways you can save both water and money on your water bill while still maintaining a beautiful landscape. Both workshops will cover the same topics, so choose the one that best fits your schedule!

Topics will include proper irrigation scheduling, identifying leaks, how to maintain your system and complete DIY repairs, and more!

Our workshops are free to attend, but pre-registration is encouraged to save your seat!

📆 Tuesday, July 14th - 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
📍Patience S. Latting Northwest Library - 5600 NW 122nd St

📆 Thursday, July 16th - 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
📍OKC Beautiful Headquarters - 1404 NW 1st St

Find more information and register on SqueezeEveryDrop.com

https://www.okc.gov/Services/Water-Trash-Recycling/Water/Squeeze-Every-Drop/Workshops-and-Events