Fire and Water Use Restrictions
Frisco Current Fire and Water Use Restrictions
This page is dedicated to providing updates, links, and resources to keep the Frisco community prepared and aware of fire and water use restrictions.
Fire Restrictions and Resources
The Town of Frisco works with Summit Fire & EMS, the independent fire district which Frisco is in, and with other agencies such as Summit County Government, the Summit County Sheriff’s Office, other towns, and the US Forest Service/White River National Forest to implement fire restrictions and regulations, which best protect the Frisco community.
Current Fire Restrictions
As of April 24, 2026, there are no Stage 1, 2, or 3 fire restrictions in place for Frisco or the rest of Summit County.
- Restrictions are enacted based fire science and the level of moisture in fuels, as well as the risk posed by human behavior.
- There are already regulations in place in Summit County and Frisco year-round to ensure fire safety.
Frisco’s Year-Round Fire Regulations and Restrictions
- Fires on public property– Fires are not allowed in town parks or recreation areas, including the part of the Frisco Peninsula owned by the Town of Frisco. The only exceptions are public grills in Frisco’s public parks.
- Backyard fires- On private property, anyone who wishes to have a fire pit/backyard campfire, whether fueled by wood or anything producing embers, must obtain a permit from Summit Fire & EMS. These permits are good for two years, and the application process starts on the Summit Fire & EMS Community Connect webpage.
- Fireworks- Colorado laws related to fireworks are simple: Anything that explodes or leaves the ground is illegal for recreational use, outside of permitted commercial fireworks shows. That means only fireworks like fountains, smoke balls and sparklers are legal when there are no fire restrictions. But, all fireworks, including sparklers and the like, are prohibited on U.S. Forest Service lands, which comprise about 80 percent of Summit County. Also per State law, anyone who is under sixteen years of age may not possess fireworks, including by gift or purchase.
Get Ready, Be Prepared
The best plan is doing all you can do now to prepare. Here are a few tips from our fire safety and preparedness experts at Summit Fire & EMS.
- SIGN UP FOR ALERTS & SOCIAL MEDIA. Make sure you sign up to receive Summit County emergency alerts for any potential wildfires or emergency situations. SIGN up at SCALERT.ORG Follow @SummitCountyGov on social media for updates, too.
- CREATE AN EMERGENCY PLAN for your family: what to bring, where to meet and what to do. Create an inventory list, take photos, scan important documents and know your insurance coverage. Don’t forget about your pets.
- CREATE YOUR EVACUATION KIT and keep it in your car with water, food, valuables, important paperwork, cash and other necessities.
- PROTECT YOUR HOME WITH FIRE MITIGATION WORK. Clean gutters, clear vegetation & hazards to create defensible space. Schedule a FREE consultation with Summit Fire & EMS staff by filling out their online form.
- BE SMART, SAFE AND SPREAD THE WORD. Know about current fire restrictions and fire safety with campfires, cigarettes and other ignition sources. Help to spread the word by making sure your friends, family, neighbors and our visitors are “fire ready” this summer.
Current Frisco Water Use Restrictions
As of April 24, 2026, the Town of Frisco is in voluntary Phase 1 Water Use Restrictions.
Phase 1 Voluntary Water Use Restrictions Schedule
| Area | Day(s) | Time(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 – Last whole number in address is even | Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday | Overnight, 6:00pm – 9:00am |
| Zone 2 – Last whole number in address is odd | Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday | Overnight, 6:00pm – 9:00am |
- Irrigation, sprinkling or otherwise applying water to a lawn or other area of land on which grass is grown, or intended to be grown is suggested only within the areas and during the following days and time periods as stated above.
- Flowers, decorative plants, bushes and trees may be watered at any time and on any day so long as such watering is done by way of drip irrigation or by hand using a watering can or a hose with an automatic shut-off valve.
- Water users should voluntarily refrain from:
- Using a hose to wash any structure, motor vehicle or boat unless the hose is equipped with an automatic shut-off valve;
- Washing any paved area with a hose;
- Serving water to a customer of a commercial establishment except upon request of the customer.
Current Conditions Likely to Lead to Phase 3 Water Use Restrictions
As of March 31, 2026, the North Ten Mile Creek watershed, which provides Frisco with much of its water, has received 85.45 inches of snowfall this winter season, producing 7.295 inches of snow water equivalent (SWE). This is significantly below the five-year averages of 180.28 inches of snowfall and 14.534 inches of SWE, representing approximately 47% of average snowfall and more than a 50% reduction in stored water. Additionally, current streamflow levels in North Ten Mile Creek are tracking at levels typically observed in late April through mid-May, indicating an accelerated runoff timeline.
These historically low snowfall and snowpack levels have led staff to re-evaluate how water restrictions are enacted. In response to these conditions, staff recommend that Town Council authorize the Town Manager to implement water conservation measures outside of the standard triggers outlined in Chapter 171-20 of the Town of Frisco Water Code. Specifically, staff recommend advancing directly from Phase 1 (voluntary measures) to Phase 3 (mandatory restrictions), which would limit non-essential outdoor irrigation to two days per week in addition to other restrictions.
During their April 28, 2026 meeting, Town Council voted to approve Ordinance 26-10 on first reading. Second reading will be during the April 28, 2026 meeting. Restrictions would not go into effect until early May if this ordinance passes on second reading and the decision is made to go into restrictions, and any changes would be communicated to water customers and the whole community if this decision is made.