Cambridge
Current status unavailableWho this covers: Town-wide and municipal information
Current outdoor water restriction information could not be verified. Do not assume that watering is allowed.
Last checked September 23, 2026.
Cambridge water restrictions
The latest update for Cambridge, MA was incomplete. Previous verified information remains available.
Some provider information may be out of date. We could not confirm every provider's current rule. Check the date shown with each rule before watering.
Page information last changed September 23, 2026.
Private wellsProperties using private wellsMandatory schedule — details incompleteThe source reports a watering schedule, but the exact allowed days is not confirmed.Last checked August 20, 2026.Show full ruleHide full rule
Who this covers: individuals living and working within a Level 1 – Mild Drought area utilizing a private well
Watering schedule
- Reported limit — Exact allowed days is not confirmed.
Exceptions
- Watering ornamentals and flower gardens — drip irrigation, hand-held hose or watering cans.
Source limitation
Do not choose watering days or hours from the reported weekly limit. Confirm the exact schedule with the water provider.
Cambridge Water DepartmentCustomers of Cambridge Water DepartmentMandatory schedule and use limitsNonessential outdoor water uses, private residential sprinkler systems, filling pools, washing cars, and pressure washing patios or sidewalks are prohibited.Last checked August 20, 2026.Show full ruleHide full rule
Who this covers: Cambridge
Watering schedule
- Watering-hours schedule — Water before 9 a.m. or after 5 p.m. Irrigation of public and private recreation fields.
Prohibited uses
- Nonessential outdoor water uses.
- Private residential sprinkler systems.
- Filling pools.
- Washing cars.
- Pressure washing patios or sidewalks.
Exceptions
- Watering ornamentals and flower gardens — with drip irrigation.
- Hand-held hose or watering cans — may be permitted.
- Essential outdoor water use — health and safety; growing food; core business functions; private and publicly funded shade trees and new lawn establishment post-construction.