The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will hold an irrigation event for area residents on April 15 in Round Rock.
The Irrigation Station Workshop program is presented by the Williamson County Water Conservation Team, a partnership consisting of the AgriLife Extension office in Williamson County and the municipalities of Georgetown, Round Rock, Liberty Hill and Leander.
The workshop will be from 9-11 a.m. at Round Rock Utilities and Environmental Services, 3400 Sunrise Road.
There is no cost to attend the program, but participants should register at https://tx.ag/April15Irrigation or by calling the AgriLife Extension office in Williamson County at 512-943-3300.
Irrigation Station Workshop topics
Through the demonstration of different conservation strategies and techniques, the workshop is an opportunity for homeowners to learn how to conserve water and reduce water use in irrigation.
The workshop will begin with a presentation by Jessica Woods, City of Round Rock water conservation manager. She will also be on hand to answer questions. There will then be irrigation information stations available.
Irrigation topics covered will include:
- Utilizing Irrigation Control Boxes and Smart Controllers.
- Maintaining Irrigation Systems in Good Order.
- Learning How to Address Leaks.
- Fixing Heads and Nozzles.
- Troubleshooting Other Problems.
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