Montgomery Water Restrictions 2026
Montgomery County · Alabama
Published:
ADECA drought-declared area - voluntary conservation
No assigned schedule
Voluntary conservation
Before 10:00 a.m.
Allowed Hours
No fines
Voluntary, no penalties
Find Your Watering Day
This city assigns watering days by property location, not by address digit. Find your assigned days in the table below.
Watering schedule by property location
| Property Location | Watering Day |
|---|---|
| All addresses (voluntary) | 2 days per week recommended |
Allowed Watering Hours
Alabama ADECA has formally declared drought across most of the state, including Montgomery. Areas east and west of Montgomery are in extreme drought. Montgomery Water Works recommends voluntary conservation: limit outdoor watering to 2 days/week and water before 10am or after 6pm.
Still Allowed
💧 Hand Watering
Allowed with shut-off nozzle. Hours: Any time.
🌿 Drip Irrigation
Exempt from day-of-week limits. Must follow allowed hours.
Fines & Enforcement
No mandatory fines, voluntary conservation
Montgomery has no active mandatory restrictions as of April 2026 despite ADECA declaration covering the area.
🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
Alabama HOA law provides limited protections during ADECA formal drought declarations. HOAs should not enforce rules requiring increased water use.
If your homeowners association sends a violation notice for a dormant or brown lawn during the current restriction period, respond in writing citing the applicable law and include a copy of the Montgomery Water Works and Sanitary Sewer Board's current restriction order. Most HOAs will rescind the notice once they are made aware of the legal protections in place. If the issue persists, contact your county’s code enforcement division for assistance.
Why These Restrictions Exist
ADECA's formal drought declaration covers Drought Regions 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, which includes Montgomery. Areas east and west of Montgomery are in extreme drought. 2nd driest Sep–March on record for Alabama.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Montgomery area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are below seasonal targets, prompting regional voluntary conservation guidance.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Montgomery Water Restrictions
4 tips tailored for Montgomery homeowners during ADECA drought-declared area - voluntary conservation restrictions.
Bermuda dominant in Montgomery, handles drought well; allow dormancy.
Voluntary 2 days/week, before 10am or after 6pm, ADECA has formally declared drought.
Centipede very sensitive to drought stress, water ½ inch every 7–10 days if you have it.
Check mwwssb.com for current drought advisory.
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