Water restrictions in Utah County, UT — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Water use in unincorporated Utah County is governed by Utah water rights law. During drought or fire restriction periods, outdoor watering may be restricted. Many rural properties use irrigation canal or secondary water systems.
Water use in unincorporated Utah County is primarily regulated through Utah water rights under Utah Code Title 73 (Water and Irrigation). Property owners with water rights may use allocated water for irrigation. During drought or fire restriction periods, the Utah State Engineer or water conservancy districts may issue mandatory conservation orders or watering restrictions. Many rural properties in Utah County receive secondary (irrigation) water from canal companies — these are typically seasonal (April–October) and governed by the applicable irrigation company's shares. Municipal water systems within county service areas may issue their own conservation stages.
Water waste: warning, then fines $50 to $500. Drought stage violations: escalating fines. Water surcharges possible.
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