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Raleigh Enforces Stage 1 Water Conservation Amid Drought

4/16/2026

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Raleigh Water, the city of Raleigh's water utility, will implement Stage 1 conservation starting April 20 due to drought, as Falls Lake reserves sit at 84% and affect over 660,000 residents.
Odd-numbered addresses may water lawns on Tuesdays.
Even-numbered addresses may water lawns on Wednesdays.
Restrictions include limited irrigation times, mandatory leak repairs within 48 hours, penalties for violators, and potential future restrictions if reserves drop.

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Raleigh Water, the city of Raleigh's water utility, will implement Stage 1 conservation starting April 20 due to drought, as Falls Lake reserves sit at 84% and affect over 660,000 residents.
Odd-numbered addresses may water lawns on Tuesdays.
Even-numbered addresses may water lawns on Wednesdays.
Restrictions include limited irrigation times, mandatory leak repairs within 48 hours, penalties for violators, and potential future restrictions if reserves drop.