Millcreek Water Restrictions 2026
Salt Lake County · Utah
Published:
Restrictions Active - Year-Round Ordinance + Drought Advisory (Stricter Hours)
3
Days/Week
Before 8:00 AM
Allowed Hours
Varies by violation
Max Fine
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| Address Ending | Watering Day |
|---|---|
| Odd | Monday & Wednesday & Saturday |
| Even | Tuesday & Thursday & Sunday |
Allowed Watering Hours
Millcreek enforces STRICTER hours than most Utah cities: no outdoor watering between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Grass must be maintained at 2–3 inches.
Still Allowed
💧 Hand Watering
Allowed with shut-off nozzle. Hours: Any day before 8:00 AM or after 8:00 PM.
🌿 Drip Irrigation
Exempt from day-of-week limits. Must follow allowed hours.
Fines & Enforcement
Varies by violation
Millcreek may issue fines for repeated violations of the watering ordinance and the 2–3 inch grass height requirement.
Citations begin January 1, 2026🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
Utah law (SB 152, 2022) prohibits HOAs from penalizing homeowners for replacing turf with water-wise landscaping.
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 Millcreek City'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
Millcreek enforces stricter watering hours than most Wasatch Front cities, banning irrigation between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM to maximize absorption during cooler periods. The city is bordered by Mill Creek canyon, a critical watershed that feeds the Salt Lake Valley’s water supply, and stream flows are at historic lows due to the 2025–2026 record-low snowpack. With 98% of Utah in drought, Millcreek’s tighter restrictions reflect the severity of local conditions. The city also requires residents to maintain grass at 2–3 inches to balance water conservation with neighborhood standards.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Millcreek area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Millcreek Water Restrictions
4 tips tailored for Millcreek homeowners during Year-Round Ordinance + Drought Advisory (Stricter Hours) restrictions.
Note Millcreek’s stricter hours: water only before 8:00 AM or after 8:00 PM, two hours tighter than most neighboring cities.
Maintain your Kentucky Bluegrass at the city-required 2–3 inches; this height balances water conservation with turf health.
Water between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM for the best absorption with minimal evaporation in Millcreek’s arid climate.
Aerate in early fall to break up the compacted clay soils common throughout the Salt Lake Valley and improve water infiltration.
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