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How Much of my Water Goes Toward Irrigating my Landscaping?

May 31st, 2010 by Matt Corrion

Question:  How much of my water goes toward irrigating my landscaping?
Answer:  In Denver, 54% of the average residential customer’s water use goes toward irrigating the landscaping.

The average person in Denver uses 128 gallons of water per day for residential use.

The breakdown of residential water use:

  • 1%  Dishwashers
  • 5%  Leaks
  • 6%  Faucets
  • 10%  Showers and Baths
  • 11%  Laundry
  • 13%  Toilets
  • 54%  Landscaping

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