Six employees are responsible for monitoring quality, and insuring that the water supplied meets all federal and state requirements. They also prepare cost estimates, and completes the permitting process with the State of North Carolina. Water is a valuable resource, so we all need to conserve. Most people water too much. Their lawns and gardens could survive with less water.
Water lawns during the early morning hours when temperatures and wind speed are the lowest.
This reduces loss from evaporation. Do not water your street, driveway or sidewalk. Whether you are developing a new landscape or renovating an existing one, proper planning and design are important to ensure that your landscape will use water wisely and meet all of your needs. Plants are available that require less attention, are more drought resistant, and have long term growth potential. The Moore County Cooperative Office in Carthage has some helpful and informative brochures on Planning and Designing a successful Xeriscape garden.