Dear Salem City Residents,

This is a follow-up to our earlier message regarding the Pressure Irrigation (PI) system. We’re pleased to inform you that the PI system is now fully operational and available for use. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as our Water Department prepared the system for the season.

 

Let’s all do our part by watering wisely and not using more than we need—every drop counts.  If additional restrictions become necessary (such as an odd/even watering schedule), we will notify residents by email.

 

As a reminder:

Per City Ordinance, watering is not allowed between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

This helps reduce evaporation and ensures more efficient water use.

 

Please follow the State’s recommended weekly lawn watering guide to conserve water and maintain healthy landscaping:

https://conservewater.utah.gov/weekly-lawn-watering-guide/

 

We appreciate your continued efforts to support responsible water use and help us maintain reliable irrigation service for the community.

 

Indoor Water (Culinary) vs. Outdoor Water (Secondary/PI Water)

As we gear up for the upcoming pressurized irrigation water season, it's crucial to understand the distinction between culinary (indoor) water and secondary (PI) water.

Culinary water, also known as drinking water, is the treated water that flows into your home and is perfectly safe for consumption.

 

On the other hand, secondary water, also referred to as pressurized irrigation water, remains untreated and is intended solely for outdoor use, particularly for watering lawns and landscapes. It's important to note that drinking or playing in secondary water can make you sick.

 

For further details, visit the Utah Department of Health & Human Services website at https://epi.utah.gov/secondary-water-safety/.

Weekly Watering Guide

Please see fee schedule

CLICK HERE for a Pressurized Irrigation System Connection flyer in PDF format.

Below is a diagram that illustrates a typical residential connection to the pressurized irrigation system. It also shows a typical disconnect from the drinking water (culinary) system. It is unlawful for these two systems to be connected at the same time even with a shut off valve in-between the two systems. The two systems must be physically disconnected from one another to avoid potential contamination.

Please call Salem City at 423-2770 to schedule an inspection when you connect to the PI, before you bury your piping systems.

 The Central Utah Water Conservancy District offers many different rebate programs.  For more information on water conservation-related rebates offered for programs like Flip Your Strip, Toilet Replacement, Smart Controllers or to sign up for the localscapes rewards program, go the Central Utah Water Conservancy Districts rebates page cuwcd rebates