Lincoln Water System asks customers to follow a voluntary odd-even outdoor watering schedule during summer peaks, with mandatory restrictions only triggered if drought or supply emergencies are declared.
LWS draws primarily from a Platte River wellfield near Ashland and treats water at the Ashland plant. During typical summers, customers are asked to water on alternating days based on house number to flatten peak demand and reduce pumping costs. Mandatory restrictions kick in only when the Mayor declares a water emergency, at which point watering hours, days, and irrigation system use can be limited. Most year-round, residents may water as needed within voluntary guidance.
During declared emergencies, violations can result in escalating fines and, for repeat offenders, temporary service shutoff per LWS rules; voluntary periods carry no penalty.
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