Water restrictions in Jefferson County, AL — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Water service in unincorporated Jefferson County is provided by various utilities including Birmingham Water Works Board and other local systems. Drought restrictions may be imposed by the water provider. Alabama has no permanent statewide water use restrictions.
Outdoor watering in Jefferson County is regulated by local utility guidelines. The Alabama Office of Water Resources monitors drought conditions statewide and coordinates drought response. During drought conditions, local utilities may impose watering restrictions. Typical restrictions include odd/even watering schedules, time-of-day limits (before 10 AM or after 4 PM), and no watering during rain. Jefferson County water utility sets specific schedules. Alabama generally has adequate rainfall but periodic droughts can trigger conservation measures.
First violation: warning. Second: $100 to $250. Third: $500+. Water service restriction possible during severe drought.
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