Water Restrictions: Rialto vs Victorville
How do water restrictions rules compare between Rialto, CA and Victorville, CA?
Rialto and Victorville have similar restriction levels.
Rialto, CA
San Bernardino County
Rialto Water Services enforces year-round CA prohibited-use rules and assigned watering days. Under State Water Board Emergency Regulations and city policy, outdoor irrigation is limited to designated days, no runoff, no hose-down of hardscape, and no watering within 48 hours of rain.
View full Rialto rules →Victorville, CA
San Bernardino County
Victor Valley water limits outdoor watering to assigned days and cool hours under the Water Shortage Contingency Plan. AB 1572 bans potable water on non-functional turf at commercial and HOA sites starting January 2027.
View full Victorville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Rialto | Victorville |
|---|---|---|
| Hose-Down Hardscape | Prohibited statewide | - |
| Runoff to Street | Prohibited | - |
| Water After Rain | No watering within 48 hrs | - |
| MWELO Threshold | New landscapes ≥500 sq ft | - |
| Authority | - | Local WSCP and CA Water Code |
| Overspray | - | Prohibited at all times |
| Drought watering | - | Assigned days, early or late |
| AB 1572 | - | Bans non-functional turf irrigation |
| Regional wholesaler | - | Mojave Water Agency |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Rialto FAQ
What days can I water my lawn in Rialto?
Rialto Water Services publishes assigned watering days that change with drought stage (commonly 3 days/week, before 8 AM or after 6 PM). Check rialtowater.com for the current schedule.
Can I wash my car at home?
Yes, but only with a hose equipped with a positive shut-off nozzle, and runoff cannot flow into the street. Washing on dirt/lawn or at a commercial recycled-water car wash is preferred.
Victorville FAQ
What days can I water my Victorville lawn?
During drought stages your water provider (Victorville Municipal Utility or Liberty Utilities) assigns watering days, typically two or three days per week, only before 9 a.m. or after 6 p.m. to prevent evaporation.
Does AB 1572 force me to rip out my front lawn?
No. AB 1572 applies to non-functional turf at commercial, industrial, institutional, and HOA common areas. Single-family front and back lawns are exempt from the state ban.
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