Water Restrictions: Altadena vs Lakewood
How do water restrictions rules compare between Altadena, CA and Lakewood, CA?
Altadena and Lakewood have similar restriction levels.
Altadena, CA
Los Angeles County
Outdoor watering in Altadena (served by Lincoln Avenue Water Co., Las Flores Water Co., Rubio Cañon, and Kinneloa Irrigation District) is limited to 2 days per week assigned by address — typically Mon/Thu odd, Tue/Fri even — with 10-minute-per-zone caps.
View full Altadena rules →Lakewood, CA
Los Angeles County
Lakewood enforces permanent water conservation rules including watering schedules and waste restrictions per State Water Resources Control Board mandates and local water district rules.
View full Lakewood rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Altadena | Lakewood |
|---|---|---|
| Watering Days | 2/week by address | Check local water district |
| Odd Address | Mon/Thu | - |
| Even Address | Tue/Fri | - |
| Hand Watering Cap | 10 min/zone | - |
| Authority | SWRCB CCR Title 23 §§996–997 | - |
| Hours | - | Before 9 AM / after 6 PM |
| Runoff | - | Prohibited |
| After Rain | - | 48-hour watering ban |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Altadena FAQ
Which days can I water my Altadena lawn?
Two days a week assigned by address: odd-numbered Mon/Thu, even-numbered Tue/Fri. Drip irrigation is exempt from the day restriction.
Lakewood FAQ
When can I water my lawn?
Check Lakewood’s water district for designated days. Typically before 9 AM or after 6 PM only.
What counts as water waste?
Runoff onto sidewalks/streets, watering during/after rain, and broken sprinklers are all violations.
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