Water Restrictions: Lincoln vs Rocklin
How do water restrictions rules compare between Lincoln, CA and Rocklin, CA?
Lincoln has fewer restrictions than Rocklin.
Lincoln, CA
Placer County
Lincoln Municipal Code prohibits watering lawns or gardens from an open hose without a shut-off nozzle (LMC 13.04.420), bars unreasonable water runoff onto gutters or pavement (LMC 13.04.440), and authorizes the city to limit irrigation hours during shortages (LMC 13.04.430).
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Placer County
Rocklin treated water is supplied by Placer County Water Agency (PCWA), 144 Ferguson Road, Auburn. Under PCWA Stage 2 of its Water Shortage Contingency Plan, turf irrigation is limited to 3 days/week in July-September and 2 days/week in April-June and October-November, with watering only between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. Washing down sidewalks and driveways is prohibited unless required for public safety.
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| Fact | Lincoln | Rocklin |
|---|---|---|
| Shut-off nozzle required | Yes (LMC 13.04.420) | - |
| Runoff prohibited | Yes (LMC 13.04.440) | - |
| Leaks prohibited | Yes (LMC 13.04.410) | - |
| City may limit hours in shortage | Yes (LMC 13.04.430) | - |
| MWELO threshold | 500+ sq ft new landscape (state) | - |
| Water purveyor | - | Placer County Water Agency (PCWA), (530) 823-4850 |
| Current stage | - | Stage 2 Water Shortage (20% reduction target) |
| Summer turf schedule | - | 3 days/week (Jul-Sep) |
| Shoulder-season schedule | - | 2 days/week (Apr-Jun, Oct-Nov) |
| Watering hours | - | 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. |
| Hard-surface washdown | - | Prohibited except for safety |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Lincoln FAQ
Are there set watering days in Lincoln?
Lincoln does not publish fixed days in the code; the city imposes stage-based hour/day limits through the Water Shortage Contingency Plan when a shortage is declared (authority: LMC 13.04.430). Check the current PCWA/Lincoln stage before scheduling irrigation.
Can I water with a hose without a nozzle?
No. LMC 13.04.420 requires a spray or shut-off nozzle whenever you water lawns or gardens from a hose.
What counts as illegal runoff?
Water flowing 'in unreasonable amounts' across pavement, sidewalk, gutter or ditch from your property is prohibited under LMC 13.04.440, regardless of drought stage.
Rocklin FAQ
What days can I water my lawn in Rocklin?
Under PCWA's Stage 2 plan, turf watering is allowed up to 3 days/week in July-September and 2 days/week in April-June and October-November, and only between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. Check pcwa.net for your assigned address-based schedule.
Can I hose off my driveway?
No. Washing down sidewalks and driveways with potable water is prohibited under PCWA Stage 2 unless required for immediate public safety (e.g., spill cleanup).
Who enforces watering rules in Rocklin?
PCWA enforces the watering schedule directly through warnings, surcharges, and flow restrictors. The City handles runoff and overspray complaints under RMC Title 8 nuisance code via Public Works at (916) 625-5500.
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