South Jordan Water Restrictions 2026
Salt Lake County · Utah
Published:
Restrictions Active - Moderate Stage 1 Advisory - JVWCD
3
Days/Week
Before 10:00 AM
Allowed Hours
Warning first; $100+ escalating per South Jordan ordinance
Max Fine
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| Address Ending | Watering Day |
|---|---|
| Odd addresses | Monday & Wednesday & Friday |
| Even addresses | Tuesday & Thursday & Saturday |
Allowed Watering Hours
South Jordan is served by the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District (JVWCD) and shares the same Stage 1 schedule as West Jordan, Herriman, Riverton, and Lehi: 3 days/week (odd Mon/Wed/Fri, even Tue/Thu/Sat), no watering 10 AM – 6 PM. Salt Lake Valley clay soils require cycle-and-soak (5 min run, 30 min rest, repeat). Hand watering, drip irrigation, and soaker hoses are unrestricted.
Still Allowed
💧 Hand Watering
Allowed with shut-off nozzle. Hours: Hand watering with a shut-off hose is permitted any day, any time outside the 10 AM – 6 PM blackout window for landscape plants, trees, shrubs, and food crops..
🌿 Drip Irrigation
Exempt from day-of-week limits. Must follow allowed hours.
Fines & Enforcement
Warning first; $100+ escalating per South Jordan ordinance
First offence: warning. Repeat offences: $100+ escalating per South Jordan's water conservation ordinance.
Citations begin Spring 2026🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
Utah law SB 152 (2022) prohibits HOAs from penalizing homeowners for replacing turf with water-wise landscaping (xeriscape, Localscapes-style designs, or drought-tolerant native plants). Document compliance with your city's drought ordinance if your HOA contests a dormant or converted lawn during the 2026 restriction period.
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 current restriction order from South Jordan City. 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
South Jordan is in Salt Lake County's southwest suburbs and is served by the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District (JVWCD). South Jordan shares JVWCD's Stage 1 schedule with neighboring West Jordan, Herriman, and Riverton, 3 days per week based on address number, no watering 10am–6pm.
Mandatory rules
- 3 days/week (Odd Mon/Wed/Fri, Even Tue/Thu/Sat)
- No watering 10am–6pm
- Hand watering with shut-off hose: any time
- Drip and soaker hose irrigation: any time
- Apply for JVWCD turf rebates up to $3 per sq ft via Utah Water Savers
- South Jordan's master-planned communities (Daybreak, etc.) often have HOA covenants, Utah SB 152 (2022) prohibits HOA fines for water-wise landscaping
South Jordan's Daybreak community is one of Utah's largest master-planned developments and a leader in Localscapes-style water-wise landscaping, many homes are pre-built with low-water yards. Salt Lake Valley clay soils require cycle-and-soak irrigation: run each zone 5 minutes, wait 30 minutes, then repeat. Monitor sjc.utah.gov and jvwcd.org for updates.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the South Jordan area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During South Jordan Water Restrictions
10 tips tailored for South Jordan homeowners during Moderate Stage 1 Advisory - JVWCD restrictions.
South Jordan is in Utah's high-desert/semi-arid climate, Kentucky Bluegrass and Tall Fescue dominate the Wasatch Front but both go semi-dormant in summer drought stress and recover with autumn moisture.
Cycle-and-soak (5 min run, 30 min rest, repeat) is essential on Salt Lake Valley and Cache Valley clay soils to prevent runoff during the brief allowed cycles. Cedar Valley sandier soils accept water faster.
Mow Kentucky Bluegrass and Tall Fescue at 90 mm (3.5 inches) or above through summer to shade soil and reduce evapotranspiration during peak heat with restricted watering.
Hand watering with a shut-off nozzle is permitted at every stage, prioritise mature trees and high-value shrubs over turf.
Apply for Utah Water Savers turf-replacement rebates ($1.25–$3 per square foot depending on utility), Localscapes-style conversions cut long-term water demand by 40–60%.
Skip nitrogen fertiliser June–August, it forces growth the lawn cannot support during peak heat with restricted watering.
Outdoor irrigation accounts for 79% of all Utah water use, every minute of waste matters during a 2026 drought of this severity.
Drip irrigation, soaker hoses, and rain barrels are unrestricted at every Utah drought stage, use them for vegetable beds and ornamentals.
USU Extension (extension.usu.edu) publishes a Utah lawn-watering guide with calibration instructions specific to your county's soils and elevation.
Monitor sjc.utah.gov weekly. Stage updates are typically posted within 24 hours of utility-board decisions.
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