Spokane River Flows Meet Level 2 Drought Response

Spokane has activated Level 2 watering restrictions due to river levels falling below 1,000 cubic feet per second. Residents face limitations on outdoor watering, including no watering between 10 a. m. and 6 p. m.

and a maximum of two days per week. Public Works Director Marlene Feist emphasized the importance of community involvement in water conservation efforts to protect the Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer. The Water Wise Spokane program provides free consultations to help residents and businesses reduce water use year-round. Spokane's summer water consumption is four times the national average, highlighting the need for conservation. Notably, half of the aquifer's recharge comes from the Spokane River.

Thanks to strong community engagement, 45. 5 million gallons of water have been saved in 2024 through conservation programs. These measures aim to ensure sustainable water resources for the future.