Issues Enhanced Stage 2 Water Conservation Measures


MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Effective immediately, the Town of Mooresville is transitioning to enhanced Stage 2 water conservation measures to reduce nonessential water use and protect long-term water supply reliability. These measures align with surrounding municipalities that also draw water from the Catawba-Wateree System. The following restrictions apply to all customers served by the Town’s water system:
 
Mandatory watering schedules:
  • Now through May 31: Outside irrigation is restricted to 6 p.m. - 6 a.m., daily. The Town will issue warnings to residents and businesses who water outside these windows.
  • Starting June 1: Irrigation shifts to a mandatory two-day schedule (Tuesdays & Saturdays, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.). A written warning by the Town will be provided for the first offense, and fines will be imposed beginning with the second offense.

These measures apply to:
  • In-ground irrigation systems 
  • Hose-end sprinklers 
  • Automatic irrigation systems 
 
Other restrictions include:
  • Washing sidewalks, driveways, patios, and parking areas
  • Washing vehicles at home
  • Operation of decorative fountains or water features not supporting aquatic life
  • Filling, draining, or refilling swimming pools (limited top-offs are permitted only for maintenance and liner protection)
 
Residents and businesses are still allowed to use the following:
  • Hand watering
  • Drip irrigation
  • Watering cans
  • Newly-installed landscaping during establishment periods
  • Irrigation supplied by private ponds
 
The following exceptions apply:
  • Private well systems
  • Irrigation from private ponds or other alternate water sources
  • Water uses necessary for public health, safety, firefighting, or critical infrastructure operations
  • Licensed commercial power washers
 
Bulk Water Sales Restrictions
On Friday, May 22 at 5 p.m., the Town of Mooresville will suspend all bulk potable water sales for the duration of these new enhanced restrictions, including:
  • Hydrant meter use
  • Tanker/truck filling operations
  • Temporary bulk fill operations
 
Residents utilizing private water sources may request free signage from the Town to help avoid confusion or accidental enforcement. Please call 704-663-7282 with any questions or visit mooresvillenc.gov/drought for the most up-to-date information.