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Worcester Drinking Water - Drought Information

Public Notice: Level 1 - Mild Drought Restrictions are currently in effect.

Current Reservoir Capacity

As of: 4/6/2025

81.7%

Current Drought Status

Level 1

STATUS KEY:

  • No Drought
  • Level 1
  • Level 2
  • Level 3
  • Level 4

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.

Chart Showing Rainfall Trends

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.

Contact Information

Address

Water and Sewer Operations
20 East Worcester Street
Worcester, MA 01604

Contact

Phone: 508-929-1300
Fax: 508-799-1448
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Hours

Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.