Roaring Springs provides drinking water to both the North and South Rims of Grand Canyon National Park (NPS Photo)
GRAND CANYON — Effective immediately, Grand Canyon National Park is initiating water conservation measures on the North Rim due to an electrical failure serving the Roaring Springs pumphouse.
Park staff and contractors are working to investigate the extent and location of damage to the system. The estimated timeline for repair and replacement of the electrical system is unknown and water conservation measures will remain in effect for the North Rim until further notice. Visitor facilities on the North Rim will remain open with water limitations for some services.
The following Stage 1 water conservation measures will be in effect:
- Using low water cleaning techniques and reduction of toilet flushing.
- Shorten shower time; showers should be turned off while soaping.
- No car or bus washing.
- No use of potable water for outdoor watering of plants or lawns.
- Only run full loads of laundry and dishwashers, utilize eco-mode if available.
- Closure of campground laundry and shower.
- North Rim concession food service limited with disposable dishes and utensils utilized.
If the repairs take longer than anticipated, the North Rim may implement further mandatory restrictions. Actively conserving water now delays more stringent water restrictions in the future.
Drinking water will remain available along the North Kaibab Trail, including: Cottonwood
Campground, Manzanita day use area, and the North Kaibab Trailhead. Drinking water will remain available along the North Kaibab Trail, including Cottonwood Campground, Manzanita day use area, and the North Kaibab Trailhead. All inner canyon trail users must be prepared to carry all their drinking water or a way to treat creek water. More information can be found at: www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/safe-water.htm.
Grand Canyon National Park public health updates are available at: https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/grand-canyon-national-park-public-health-update.htm.
Grand Canyon National Park, in northern Arizona, encompasses 278 miles (447 km) of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. Located on the ancestral homeland of 11 Associated Tribes, Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world—unmatched in the incomparable vistas it offers visitors on the rim. Grand Canyon National Park is a World Heritage Site. The National Park Service cares for the special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage.