- Apple Valley residents are urged to conserve water after aquifer issues.
- A landowner's well drilling caused aquifer drainage, affecting the water system.
- Mayor Farrar scheduled a resident meeting at 6 p.m. and via Zoom.
APPLE VALLEY, Washington County — Residents of Apple Valley in Washington County are being asked to conserve water after a well was being drilled by a landowner.
"After three days of working on the wells and the aquifer we have come up with some bad news," Mayor Mike Farrar wrote in a statement sent to residents. "A few weeks ago, the land owner on the north side of the highway and west of the Chevron station drilled his well 50 feet deeper and started running into the pivots."
In the letter sent out this morning, the mayor explained that this action caused the aquifer to drain and caused problems in the water system.
"At this time, I am forced to ask all residents to conserve water until further notice," he added.
Residents of Apple Valley are being asked not to water trees or lawns, wash cars or have any exterior water usage other than for livestock and animals. Residents are also asked to turn off all automatic water systems, limit baths and "keep showers short."
Apple Valley has approximately 1,100 residents according to recent census data. A meeting with residents is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the town building, where Farrar said he will address concerns. The meeting will also be available virtually, on Zoom.
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