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Low water levels in the Yampa River have caused the Steamboat II Metropolitan District to issue mandatory water restrictions for the first time since 1993. Doug Baker, metro district manager, said the river’s low flow comprises the districts well system, which accounts for half of the districts water supply.

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Water restrictions enacted for Steamboat II Metro District

Steamboat II Metropolitan District officials enacted mandatory water restrictions ahead of schedule Friday, limiting the district's 400 customers.

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