Port Washington Water District

09/08/2026

💧 As summer winds down, it’s time to scale back watering! Cooler temperatures mean your lawn needs less water. Seasonal adjustments like these help conserve water and keep your landscape healthy:

✔️ Reduce irrigation frequency
✔️ Turn off automatic schedules when not needed
✔️ Continue monitoring for leaks or overuse

08/24/2026

💧🏊 Have a Pool, Hot Tub or Spa? Make Every Drop Count!

Pools and spas are a great way to cool off and relax, but a few simple habits can help you enjoy them while conserving our community’s water supply.

💧 Keep it covered. Use a properly fitted cover when not in use to reduce water lost through evaporation.

🔍 Check for leaks. Regularly inspect pumps, plumbing, filters and equipment. Even a small leak can waste water over time.

🌊 Avoid overfilling. Maintain the proper water level to reduce unnecessary overflow and splashing.

♻️ Drain only when necessary. Proper maintenance and filtration can help extend the life of the water and reduce unnecessary draining and refilling.

📊 Monitor your water use. Use MyPWWD to track household water consumption and identify unusual increases that could signal a leak. Learn more: https://pwwd.org/mypwwd/

🏡 Planning a new pool? PWWD requires permits and safety installations for both in-ground and above-ground pools. All pools must also have a recirculation and filtering system and a double check valve installed at the meter on the incoming water service. Learn more: https://pwwd.org/conservation/pool-regulations/

During the summer, when demand on our water system is at its highest, every gallon conserved makes a difference.

Enjoy the water. Conserve the water. Do It For Port. 💙💧

Makes Monitoring Water Use Easy Our new “MY PWWD” water monitoring portal, powered by Neptune MY360, allows Port Washington Water District customers to monitor and manage water consumption from any device with internet access, 24/7. Click here to create your MY PWWD account. Already signed up an...

08/19/2026

💧 August is National Month!

Protecting the quality of our water is a shared responsibility, and it starts with protecting the source.

Here at the Port Washington Water District, we’re investing in the future of our community’s water through our Capital Improvement Program, with projects designed to strengthen system resiliency, modernize critical infrastructure and ensure the high-quality water our residents rely on every day.

That includes advanced treatment systems to address emerging contaminants, replacement of aging infrastructure, upgrades to pumps, electrical and control systems, improvements to water storage facilities, and projects that enhance water pressure and overall system performance.

You can help protect water quality at home, too:
💧 Use fertilizers and lawn chemicals responsibly and prevent runoff
💊 Never flush unused or expired medications
🧹 Sweep driveways and walkways instead of hosing them down
🛢️ Properly dispose of paint, motor oil, antifreeze and household chemicals
🌧️ Collect rainwater for use in your garden
🌿 Choose native and water-wise landscaping to reduce irrigation needs

Small actions at home, combined with long-term investments in our water infrastructure, can make a meaningful difference in protecting Port Washington’s sole-source aquifer and our water supply for generations to come.

This National Water Quality Month, help us . 💙💧

08/17/2026

It’s not just about your lawn. It’s about our shared water supply.
Every drop you save helps reduce strain on Port Washington’s system during peak demand. Small actions at home make a community-wide impact.

By using water efficiently, you’re helping to:
✔️ Protect our aquifer
✔️ Maintain reliable service
✔️ Support long-term sustainability

08/12/2026

🔧💧 Your irrigation system might be working harder than you think

After months of heavy use, systems can wear down, leading to hidden leaks or inefficiencies. Mid-season maintenance helps prevent water waste and costly repairs.
Take a few minutes to check:
✔️ Broken or tilted sprinkler heads
✔️ Uneven spray patterns
✔️ Water pooling in certain areas

08/06/2026

🌿💧 What if your garden could help protect Port Washington's drinking water?

That's exactly what more than 150 residents discovered during the 5th Annual Sustainable Garden Tour, hosted by the Port Washington Water District and Rewild Long Island.

From and to and , our annual tour showcases how beautiful outdoor spaces can also help conserve water, support biodiversity, and protect Long Island's sole-source aquifer.

🎥 Watch the highlights and discover how small changes in your own landscape can make a big difference for our community.

Learn more about and at https://pwwd.org/gardentour2026/

08/03/2026

💧 Still using an outdated irrigation timer?

Upgrading to a required smart irrigation controller helps reduce water waste by adjusting watering schedules based on real-time weather conditions. It’s one of the easiest ways to conserve water and lower your bill.

Learn more: www.pwwd.org/smart-controller-form

07/29/2026

💧 Don’t “set it and forget it”

It’s easy to let irrigation systems run on autopilot. But overwatering wastes water and can harm your landscape.
🌧️ If it rains, skip a few days
📉 Adjust watering as conditions change
🌱 Water only when your lawn needs it

A few simple changes can make a big impact.

07/27/2026

Reminder: Backflow Testing is Required

Backflow can threaten our public water supply. Annual testing helps prevent contamination.
✔️ Required every 12 months
✔️ Must be completed by a NYS Certified Tester
✔️ Results must be submitted to PWWD & Nassau County

Installing a new irrigation system?
🚨 Contact PWWD before starting work.
For more information, visit: https://pwwd.org/resources/backflow/