Worcester Drinking Water - Drought Information

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

Current Reservoir Capacity

As of: 10/30/2024

60.8%

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 Restrictions

The following restrictions are required to remain in place throughout the duration of the drought condition declared by the Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA).

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 odd/even schedule based on property address:
    • Tuesdays: Odd Numbered Address
    • Thursdays: Even Numbered Address

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

Department of Public Works
20 East Worcester Street
Worcester, MA 01604

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Phone: 508-929-1300
Fax: 508-799-1448
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Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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