(KLZA)-- The Auburn, Nebraska Board of Public Works is keeping the Stage 3, Drought Contingency Protocol in place.

Non-essential water use is prohibited at this time, however businesses are allowed to operate as needed, but asked to conserve water in all possible capacities.

The water reservoir levels are currently stable and wells are able to keep up with demand.

Protocols are in place to truck water in if the reservoir is unable to maintain necessary levels of water for residential and commercial customers.

The Auburn BPW is researching solutions for water collection in both the short and long-term.

The water restriction efforts are an attempt to be good stewards of the water resources available to customers so more drastic measures will hopefully not be needed.

If you have questions you may contact the Auburn BPW at 402-274-4981.
Water / Wastewater Manager Alan Slater said in a release that efforts by BPW water customers in Auburn and Peru are appreciated.