Centerton city leaders are reminding residents that water conservation orders remain in effect after a standpipe tower overflowed on Sunday morning. The city’s directive limits water use to “essential use only,” meaning lawn sprinklers, automatic irrigation systems and filling personal pools are discouraged.

How the overflow occurred

Malcolm Attwood, director of Centerton Utilities, explained that the spill resulted from a combination of operational issues. Tower pumps feeding the standpipe were left running in anticipation of high demand, and the municipal water supplier continued pumping water into the tower. When demand fell short of expectations, the standpipe filled faster than anticipated and began to spill. Crews contained the overflow within about 30 minutes, and water levels for the rest of the day remained normal.

What residents should do

City officials ask anyone who wishes to water lawns to hand‑water rather than use sprinkler systems or leave hoses running. Agricultural water use is currently exempt from the order. The conservation guidance is expected to stay in place while the city evaluates water supply conditions, especially as dry weather is forecast for the coming days.

Infrastructure projects in progress

To address long‑term supply concerns, Centerton is constructing a new water tower slated for completion by the end of September. In addition, the city’s water supplier plans a new transmission line that will run from Centerton to Decatur. Construction on the line is expected to begin within the next few months.

Potential for additional restrictions

With relatively dry conditions projected, officials warned that further water‑use restrictions could be considered if the situation worsens. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through city communications and to cooperate with conservation measures to preserve the community’s water resources.

Original reporting: 40/29 / KHBS (NW Arkansas) — read the source article.