Tulsa Water Restrictions 2026
Tulsa County · Oklahoma
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Permanent Seasonal Odd/Even Ordinance
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 City of Tulsa Utilities official page before watering. Following the wrong schedule can result in a municipal fine.
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Before 11:00 AM
Allowed Hours
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Check Your Watering Day With Tulsa
We have not verified Tulsa’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 Tulsa’s official water page: City of Tulsa Utilities.
Allowed Watering Hours
No outdoor irrigation between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
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 offense
City of Tulsa Utilities issues $100 first-offense citations.
🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
Oklahoma HOA law requires acceptance of municipal ordinances.
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 City of Tulsa Utilities'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
Tulsa sources water from Lake Spavinaw, Eucha Lake, and Oologah Lake. Combined storage at 72%. Tulsa County in D1 Moderate Drought.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Tulsa area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Tulsa Water Restrictions
11 tips tailored for Tulsa homeowners during Permanent Seasonal Odd/Even Ordinance restrictions.
Bermuda and Zoysia dominate Tulsa lawns.
Mow Bermuda at 1.5 inches.
Tulsa Utilities smart controller rebates cover $40.
Replace parkway strips with Oklahoma natives.
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 cityoftulsa.org.
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