Water restrictions in San Joaquin County, CA — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Unincorporated San Joaquin County is under Stage II Emergency Water Conservation (20% reduction goal) for County Water District service areas. No irrigation during or within 48 hours of measurable rain; no runoff over 10 minutes; no hardscape washing with potable water.
San Joaquin County water districts serving unincorporated areas are under Stage II conservation requiring a minimum 20% reduction in water use. Mandatory measures include: no irrigation during or within 48 hours following measurable precipitation; prohibit irrigation runoff lasting more than 10 minutes; no use of potable water to wash driveways, sidewalks, patios, or parking areas; pools and spas may not be filled above the minimum safe operational level. Automatic shut-off nozzles are required for hose-based washing. Commercial properties must follow additional restrictions. Recycled water users are exempt (SJC Ordinance §5-3412). Contact San Joaquin County Public Works-Utilities at (209) 468-3090.
Stage II violations: written warning, escalating to fines $100–$500 per citation. Chronic violations may result in flow restrictors.
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