Worcester Drinking Water - Drought Information

Rainfall

Monthly rainfall totals have remained below the 24 year average since May. Below is a chart of the monthly rainfall totals compared to the average amount normally seen.

Conservation

In current conditions, even average daily water usage in combination with a lack of rainfall leads to depletion of the water supply. Conserving water doesn't just mean using less water, it also means using water more efficiently and YOU can make a difference. For more tips on water conservation, visit our Water Conservation Page.

Water Use Restrictions

Level 1 - Mild Drought Water Restrictions Applicable to All Water Users

• All nonessential outdoor water uses are restricted to no more than one day per week, before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m., except that watering of ornamentals and flower gardens with drip irrigation, hand-held hose or watering cans may be permitted.
• Residential, commercial and industrial water users will be restricted to the following schedule:
  • Nonessential outdoor watering will be permitted on Wednesdays before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. 
     

Level 1 - Mild Drought Water Restrictions - Golf Course Operation

• Irrigation of fairways shall be reduced to 80% of normal, irrigation of roughs shall be reduced to 50% of normal and there shall be no irrigation of landscaping and ornamentals.