El Dorado Irrigation District
(530) 622 – 4513 Main Phone
(530) 642 – 4126 Office of Water Efficiency
(530) 642 – 4126 Water Waste

Watering guidelines
No irrigation within 48 hours of measurable rain fall or irrigating ornamental turf with potable water on public street medians.
Apply irrigation water during evening and early morning hours only (7 PM to 10 AM).
Additional Guidelines
- EID’s Drought Action Plan identifies the following voluntary measures focused on outdoor irrigation as a way to achieve water savings.
- Inspect irrigation system for leaks and then repair or replace.
- Adjust sprinkler run times to avoid runoff.
- No Irrigating lawns in a way that causes runoff.
- No using non-recirculated water in a fountain or other decorative water feature.
- No washing automobiles with hoses that do not have a shut-off nozzle.
- Prohibition against the irrigation of non-functional turf with potable water in the commercial, industrial, and institutional sector. This regulation also applies to homeowner associations, common interest developments, community service organizations, and other similar entities. It does not include residential customers.
Rebates and Services for Residents
Indoor
- Toilet Rebate
- Clothes Washer Rebate
- Water Flow Monitoring Device Rebate
- Free Devices – Showerhead, Aerator, and/or Shower Timer
- Hot Water On Demand/Recirculating Pump Rebate
Outdoor
- Free Devices – Irrigation and Hose Nozzle, Soil Moisture Meter, Rain Sensor, Hose Timer, and/or Sprinkler Drip Conversion Kit
- Smart (Weather Based) Irrigation Controller/Timer Discount or Rebate
- Irrigation Efficiency Upgrades Rebate (nozzles, drip irrigation, rain sensor, etc.)
- Landscape Water Wise House Call/Survey Service
- Rain Barrel Rebate
- Water Flow Monitoring Device Rebate
- Hot Water On Demand/Recirculating Pump Rebate
Rebates and Services for Businesses/HOAs
Indoor
- Toilet Rebate
- Clothes Washer Rebate
- Flow Monitoring Device Rebate
Outdoor
- Free Devices – Irrigation and Hose Nozzle, Soil Moisture Meter, Rain Sensor, and/or Sprinkler Drip Conversion Kit
- Smart Irrigation Controller/Timer Discount or Rebate
- Irrigation Efficiency Upgrades Rebate (nozzles, drip irrigation, rain sensor, etc.)
- Water Flow Monitoring Device Rebate
