DROUGHT CONTINGENCY PLAN UPDATE OCTOBER 29, 2024
The Board of Public Works is working diligently to make sure water levels remain stable. We continue to provide data with daily readings on the number of gallons pumped, pumping times, and reservoir levels. This will keep the public informed of current conditions. See the City of Auburn website at https://auburn.ne.gov for updates.
Conservations tips:
• Replace toilet flappers that don’t close properly after flushing.
• Be aware of areas of green grass that may indicate a water leak underground.
• Reuse bath towels after bathing.
If you have questions about the status of any of our activities, please contact the BPW and we are happy to provide you with statistics of rainfall, well levels and daily monitoring of the water pumped. All systems are actively monitored, and data is kept on file permanently. The reservoir holds 1.5 million gallons of water and has not dropped below the normal levels. This is due to the implementation of the plan and the collaboration of the members of the Auburn and Peru communities’ reduction in use.
The pumping level over the past 24 hours is stable. Thank you for continuing to share tips on Facebook and with your neighbors. We are following up with any leads where water reduction is possible. Four wells are still dangerously low. Loss of these wells will most certainly cause a situation where trucking water from outside resources will be needed to support the needs of Auburn and Peru communities. Community-wide efforts are effective, and your assistance is appreciated.
Please report misuse of water to the Board of Public Works.
Alan Slater
Water/Wastewater Manager
Click here to see the update along with daily water readings: October 29 Daily Drought Emergency Plan Update and Daily Water Readings
