DROUGHT CONTINGENCY PLAN UPDATE June 27, 2025
We are excited to see substantial changes in the well levels due to the recent rain. There will be continued monitoring to determine that we are able to maintain the levels, so that we can move into Stage 2 protocol. While there will still be restrictions, if the well levels are stable, we expect less concern for major issues.
Stage 3 Drought Contingency Protocol is still in place. Non-essential water usage is still in place at this time. The Board of Public Works has maintained a full reservoir of 22’ despite the challenges presented.
We appreciate all our customers and work hard to ensure that water is safe and available. We will 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. The reservoir holds 1.5 million gallons of water and has not dropped below the normal levels and is currently stable. This is due to the implementation of the plan and the collaboration of the members of the Auburn and Peru communities’ reduction in use. We appreciate all efforts for conserving usage until levels return to normal.
Alan Slater
Water/Wastewater Manager
Daily Water Reading: June 27, 2025
