Mecklenburg County bans lawn watering
Restrictions likely until November.

Staff PhotographerLake levels at Lake Norman are below normal due to the drought.

Watering facts | Q&A on the rules
New Water Rules for Mecklenburg County

?• Lawns may not be watered at any time. No sprinklers allowed.

?• Ornamental fountains without fish must be shut down.

?• Residential carwashing, refilling swimming pools still prohibited.

?• Flower beds, trees, shrubs, containers and vegetable gardens may be watered with drip irrigation, watering can or hose with spray nozzle as needed.

Questions? Want more information? Call 311.