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Here on Cape Cod we are blessed with an abundance of fresh water. We are  accustomed to turning on our taps to fill pools, wash cars and irrigate our lawns and gardens. We usually do not give a second thought to how much water we use. As we grow as a community we need to give some thought to conservation.
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Adopts New Residential Per Capita Day Standard
We would like to advise residents of recently proposed DEP regulations which will limit average household water usage to 65 gallons per day per person and can severely restrict or ban outside watering whenever the Massachusetts Drought Management Task Force declares a drought advisory. The “advisory” is the second level of five conditions of drought defined in the Massachusetts Drought Management Plan (Normal, Advisory, Watch, Warning and Emergency). The advisory level merely references dry conditions that warrant closer tracking by governmental agencies. It does not mean that a drought condition is actually occurring. These regulations, when implemented, as currently proposed will impact District revenues as less water will be available for purchase by District residents due to the restrictions. We urge you to contact your legislators and voice your concerns regarding these regulations.
Fixture/End Use
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Avg. gallons per capita per day |
Indoor use percent
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| Toilet |
18.5 |
30.9% |
| Clothes Washer |
15 |
25.1% |
| Shower |
11.6 |
19.4% |
| Faucet |
10.9 |
18.2% |
| Other Domestic |
1.6 |
2.7% |
| Bath |
1.2 |
2.0% |
| Dishwasher |
1 |
1.7% |
| Indoor Total
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59.8
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100%
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At present the Sandwich Water District average is 73 gallons per capita per day.
How can I help conserve?
You can help conserve by installing water saving plumbing fixtures, and appliances. The table below gives an estimate of just how much can be saved when you replace conventional fixtures with modern low flow fixtures.
Vintage Toilet*
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4-6 gals per flush
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Conventional Toilet**
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3.5 gals per flush
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Low Flow Toilet***
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1.6 gals per flush
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Conventional Showerhead
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3–10 gals per min
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Low Flow Showerhead |
2-2.5 gals per min
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Faucet Aerator
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3-6 gals per min
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Flow Regulating Aerator
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0.5-2.5 gals per min
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Top Loading Washer
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40-55 gals per load
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Front Loading Washer |
22-25 gals per load
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* Manufactured before 1978
** Manufactured between 1978 and 1993
*** Manufactured after 1994
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Here on Cape Cod we are blessed with an abundance of fresh water. We are accustomed to turning on our taps to fill pools, wash cars and irrigate our lawns and gardens. We usually do not give a second thought to how much water we use. As we grow as a community we need to give some thought to conservation.
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Adopts New Residential Per Capita Day Standard
We would like to advise residents of recently proposed DEP regulations which will limit average household water usage to 65 gallons per day per person and can severely restrict or ban outside watering whenever the Massachusetts Drought Management Task Force declares a drought advisory. The “advisory” is the second level of five conditions of drought defined in the Massachusetts Drought Management Plan (Normal, Advisory, Watch, Warning and Emergency). The advisory level merely references dry conditions that warrant closer tracking by governmental agencies. It does not mean that a drought condition is actually occurring. These regulations, when implemented, as currently proposed will impact District revenues as less water will be available for purchase by District residents due to the restrictions. We urge you to contact your legislators and voice your concerns regarding these regulations.
Fixture/End Use
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Avg. gallons per capita per day |
Indoor use percent
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| Toilet |
18.5 |
30.9% |
| Clothes Washer |
15 |
25.1% |
| Shower |
11.6 |
19.4% |
| Faucet |
10.9 |
18.2% |
| Other Domestic |
1.6 |
2.7% |
| Bath |
1.2 |
2.0% |
| Dishwasher |
1 |
1.7% |
| Indoor Total
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59.8
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100%
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At present the Sandwich Water District average is 73 gallons per capita per day.
How can I help conserve?
You can help conserve by installing water saving plumbing fixtures, and appliances. The table below gives an estimate of just how much can be saved when you replace conventional fixtures with modern low flow fixtures.
Vintage Toilet*
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4-6 gals per flush
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Conventional Toilet**
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3.5 gals per flush
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Low Flow Toilet***
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1.6 gals per flush
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Conventional Showerhead
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3–10 gals per min
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Low Flow Showerhead |
2-2.5 gals per min
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Faucet Aerator
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3-6 gals per min
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Flow Regulating Aerator
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0.5-2.5 gals per min
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Top Loading Washer
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40-55 gals per load
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Front Loading Washer |
22-25 gals per load
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* Manufactured before 1978
** Manufactured between 1978 and 1993
*** Manufactured after 1994
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Hazardous Waste
Collection
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The improper disposal of hazardous materials can cause serious contamination to water supplies and the environment. As residents of Cape Cod we all can contribute to protecting our natural resources through proper waste disposal. Do not pour hazardous wastes or paints down any septic systems, private or public drains, on the ground, or into waterways. Safe disposal of materials through the Hazardous Waste Collection Program will help to keep our drinking water and our community pollution-free.
For more information on theplease
contact Cape Cod
Cooperative Extension at 508-375-6699 or go to
capecodextension.org
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2023 HAZARDOUS WASTE
COLLECTION DATES
All times are
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
APRIL 15
Sandwich High School
JUNE 17
Falmouth High School
AUGUST 19
Mashpee High School
OCTOBER 21
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