Schriever institutes summer watering restrictions

Since 2007, Schriever Air Force Base has made effort to conserve one of our planet’s most precious resources, but this summer, in response to recent drought and higher demand, base leaders have initiated a more ambitious effort.

Lt. Gen. John E. Hyten, Air Force Space Command vice commander, has asked installations to re-examine their current processes, practices and activities in an effort to conserve water.

As directed by Col. James Ross, 50th Space Wing commander, Schriever Air Force Base began following irrigation restrictions that Cherokee Water District, the base’s water provider, mandated June 6 for its regular residential and commercial customers.
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