Water Restrictions: Cedar Park vs Round Rock
How do water restrictions rules compare between Cedar Park, TX and Round Rock, TX?
Round Rock has fewer restrictions than Cedar Park.
Cedar Park, TX
Williamson County
Cedar Park is in Stage 1 of its Drought Contingency and Water Emergency Plan (as of April 2026), limiting outdoor irrigation to two assigned days per week before 10 a.m. or after 7 p.m. The plan is codified in the Code of Ordinances and escalates to Stage 3 or higher during severe drought.
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Williamson County
Round Rock operates under LCRA water management rules and adopts tiered watering schedules. During drought stages, watering schedules are reduced. Stage restrictions can limit outdoor irrigation to 1–2 days per week.
View full Round Rock rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Cedar Park | Round Rock |
|---|---|---|
| Current stage | Stage 1 (April 2026) | - |
| Irrigation days (even addresses) | Sunday & Thursday | - |
| Irrigation days (odd addresses) | Wednesday & Saturday | - |
| No-water window | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. | - |
| Hotline | 512-817-5052 | - |
| Water Source | - | LCRA (Lower Colorado River Authority) |
| Stage 1 Watering | - | 2 days/week (odd/even) |
| Watering Window | - | 7 AM–10 AM and after 7 PM |
| Stage Info | - | roundrocktexas.gov |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Cedar Park FAQ
Can I hand-water any day?
Yes. Hand watering with a positive shut-off nozzle, drip irrigation, and soaker hoses are permitted on any day, as long as it is before 10 a.m. or after 7 p.m.
What is the fine for watering on the wrong day?
The first observed violation results in a warning. Subsequent violations are prosecuted as Class C misdemeanors under the Drought Contingency Plan with fines up to $2,000.
Round Rock FAQ
What are the lawn watering restrictions in Round Rock?
Round Rock operates under LCRA water management rules and adopts tiered watering schedules. During drought stages, watering schedules are reduced. Stage restrictions can limit outdoor irrigation to 1–2 days per week.
Are there drought watering rules in Round Rock?
Water Source: LCRA (Lower Colorado River Authority). Stage 1 Watering: 2 days/week (odd/even). Watering Window: 7 AM–10 AM and after 7 PM. Stage Info: roundrocktexas.gov.
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