Gloucester water restrictions

Gloucester, MA currently has outdoor watering bans and other water-use restrictions. See current rules and sources.

Last checked September 23, 2026. 2 known coverage targets.

Page information last changed August 30, 2026.

Gloucester town-wide ruleTown-wide and municipal informationOutdoor watering banNonessential outdoor water use is prohibited.Last checked August 14, 2026.Show full ruleHide full rule

Who this covers: City of Gloucester

Prohibited uses

Nonessential outdoor water use — includes handheld watering and drip irrigation.

Effective 2026-06-22Updated 2026-06-22

Official sourceNews Flash • Gloucester, MA

Gloucester Public Utility DivisionCustomers of Gloucester Public Utility DivisionMandatory schedule — details incompleteThe source reports a seven-day-per-week limit, but the exact allowed days and watering hours are not confirmed.Last checked August 14, 2026.Show full ruleHide full rule

Who this covers: supplier customers

Watering schedule

Reported limit — 7 watering days per week. Exact allowed days and watering hours are not confirmed.

Prohibited uses

Nonessential outdoor watering.

Source limitation

Do not choose watering days or hours from the reported weekly limit. Confirm the exact schedule with the water provider.

Effective 2026-06-22Updated 2026-08-01

Official sourceMassDEP statewide restrictions — 2026-08-01