Water restrictions in Little Rock, AR — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Little Rock may impose outdoor water use restrictions during drought conditions or water supply emergencies. Central Arkansas Water provides service to Little Rock and may enact mandatory conservation measures when needed.
Little Rock's water supply is managed by Central Arkansas Water (CAW). During periods of drought or water system stress, CAW may implement staged water use restrictions including limits on lawn watering, car washing, and other outdoor water uses. Odd/even watering schedules or time-of-day restrictions may be imposed. Year-round water conservation practices are encouraged. Automatic irrigation systems should be equipped with rain sensors to prevent watering during rainfall.
During mandatory water restrictions, violations may result in warnings, fines, and potential service surcharges for excessive use.
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