Oklahoma City Water Restrictions 2026
Oklahoma County · Oklahoma
Published:
Permanent Seasonal Odd/Even (April–October)
We have not independently verified this city’s watering schedule. Rules change with drought stage and can be updated at short notice. Confirm your assigned watering days on the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust official page before watering. Following the wrong schedule can result in a municipal fine.
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Before 10:00 AM
Allowed Hours
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Check Your Watering Day With Oklahoma City
We have not verified Oklahoma City’s current watering schedule against an official source. Watering rules are set by your city and change with drought stage.
Confirm your assigned days on Oklahoma City’s official water page: Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust.
Allowed Watering Hours
No outdoor irrigation between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM from April 1 through October 31. No Saturday or Sunday irrigation.
Still Allowed
💧 Hand Watering
Allowed with shut-off nozzle. Hours: Any day with a shut-off nozzle.
🌿 Drip Irrigation
Exempt from day-of-week limits. Must follow allowed hours.
Fines & Enforcement
$100 first · $200 second
OKC Water Utilities Trust issues $100 first-offense and $200 second-offense citations.
🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
Oklahoma HOA law requires acceptance of municipal ordinances; OKC permanent ordinance supersedes HOA rules.
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 Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust'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
OKC Water Utilities Trust serves 1.3 million customers from Lake Hefner, Lake Overholser, Canton Lake, and Atoka Reservoir. Lake Hefner at 54% of capacity. Oklahoma County in D2 Severe Drought.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Oklahoma City area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Oklahoma City Water Restrictions
11 tips tailored for Oklahoma City homeowners during Permanent Seasonal Odd/Even (April–October) restrictions.
Bermuda dominates OKC lawns and handles 2 days/week well.
Mow Bermuda at 1.5 inches.
OKC smart controller rebates cover $50.
Replace parkway strips with Oklahoma natives, Buffalo Grass, Indian Grass.
Drip-irrigate vegetable beds.
Fix leaks within 48 hours.
Convert overhead spray to rotary nozzles.
Skip cycles after any 0.25"+ rainfall.
Harvest rainwater.
Group plants by hydrozone.
Track monthly use at okc.gov.
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