Chelmsford, MA Water Restrictions

Chelmsford

No published restrictions

Who this covers: Town-wide and municipal information

No current outdoor water restrictions are published.

Last checked September 28, 2026.

Chelmsford Water DistrictCustomers of Chelmsford Water DistrictOutdoor watering banNonessential outdoor water use is prohibited.Last checked September 28, 2026.Show full ruleHide full rule

Who this covers: Residents and businesses

Prohibited uses

Outside watering.

Effective 2026-05-26Updated 2026-05-26

Official sourcesLevel 3 Water restrictions in effect 05/26/2026 Level 3 Water restrictions in effect 05/26/2026 Level 3 Water restrictions in effect 05/26/2026 • Chelmsford Water District, MA

Another official source disagrees.

MassDEP reports: The source reports a three-day-per-week limit, but the exact allowed days and watering hours are not confirmed.

Watering schedule

Reported limit — 3 watering days per week. Exact allowed days and watering hours are not confirmed.

This conflicts with the water supplier rule above. Different information: ban or limited-use rule.

Official sourceMassDEP statewide restrictions — 2026-09-01

The water supplier reports: The source reports a watering schedule, but the exact allowed days is not confirmed.

Watering schedule

Reported limit — Exact allowed days is not confirmed.

Allowed uses

Automatic and non-automatic sprinkler systems — during 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.; on the designated watering day.
Hand-held hoses and watering cans — small flower and vegetable gardens; from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.; designated odd or even day.

This conflicts with the water supplier rule above. Different information: ban or limited-use rule.

Official sourcesWater Restrictions Reduced to Level 2 • Chelmsford Water District, MA Water Restrictions Reduced to Level 2 Water Restrictions Reduced to Level 2 News Flash • Chelmsford Water District, MA

The water supplier reports: Odd-numbered addresses water on odd-numbered dates; even-numbered addresses water on even-numbered dates.

Watering schedule

Odd/even watering schedule — Odd-numbered addresses water on odd-numbered dates; even-numbered addresses water on even-numbered dates. Water from 6–9 a.m. or 6–9 p.m.

This conflicts with the water supplier rule above. Different information: ban or limited-use rule.

Official sourceSummer Water Management Program Begins May 1st • Chelmsford Water District, MA

The water supplier reports: The source reports a watering schedule, but the exact allowed days is not confirmed.

Watering schedule

Reported limit — Exact allowed days is not confirmed.

This conflicts with the water supplier rule above. Different information: ban or limited-use rule.

Official sourceChelmsford Water District, MA | Official Website

East Chelmsford Water DistrictCustomers of East Chelmsford Water DistrictMandatory use limitsPermanent underground irrigation and sprinkler systems connected to the public water supply.Last checked August 20, 2026.Show full ruleHide full rule

Who this covers: East Chelmsford Water District public water supply

Prohibited uses

Permanent underground irrigation and sprinkler systems connected to the public water supply.

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North Chelmsford Water DistCustomers of North Chelmsford Water DistMandatory watering scheduleOdd-numbered addresses water on odd-numbered dates; even-numbered addresses water on even-numbered dates.Last checked August 31, 2026.Show full ruleHide full rule

Who this covers: throughout the District

Watering schedule

Odd/even watering schedule — Odd-numbered addresses water on odd-numbered dates; even-numbered addresses water on even-numbered dates. Water from 6–9 p.m.

Updated 2026-08-10

Official source8/10/2026: Level 2 Outdoor Water Use Restrictions in Effect

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