DOVER, Mass. – April 22, 2026 – Aquarion Water Company today announced the start of a mandatory outdoor water conservation program. Beginning on May 1, this schedule applies to all Dover (Dover/Springdale Farms systems) customers. The conservation program helps to ensure a sustainable drinking water supply, protect natural resources and streamflow for aquatic life, and comply with the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection requirements.
Under this mandatory twice-weekly schedule, nonessential outdoor water use is allowed two days per week before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm. Nonessential water use includes sprinkler- and automatic system-irrigation of lawns, vehicle washing, and washing of exterior building surfaces, parking lots, and driveways. Watering of plants and gardens is allowed with drip irrigation, hand-held hose, or watering can.
Aquarion recommends several ways to use water wisely inside and outside the home:
- Repair water leaks. Check your toilet for leaks by placing a few drops of food coloring in the tank. If food coloring appears in the bowl after 15 minutes, the tank mechanism needs repair
- Install water-saving shower heads and low-flow faucet aerators
- Turn off the water while shaving, brushing your teeth, and washing your face or hands
- Use a broom or blower instead of water to clean decks, driveways, and sidewalks
- Allow grass to grow longer. Taller grass shades itself, is healthier, and requires less water
- Use a rain barrel to fill watering cans, connect a garden hose, feed a drip irrigation system, and for other outdoor chores
The mandatory conservation program is in effect from May 1 to September 30 and follows the requirements below:
| Last Digit of Your Address Number | Nonessential outdoor water use is allowed only at the following times |
| 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8 (even numbers) | Sunday and Wednesday Before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm |
| 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9 (odd numbers) | Saturday and Tuesday Before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm |
| Last Digit of Your Address Number | Nonessential outdoor water use is allowed only at the following times |
| No address number | Sunday and Wednesday Before 9:00 am and after 5:00 pm |
For the latest information about this mandatory schedule, visit www.aquarionwater.com/watering.