Merrimac, MA

Merrimac water restrictions

Current outdoor watering rules for Merrimac. Coverage can differ by public supplier, private well, or town-wide rule.

1 restriction target listed. Last checked August 11, 2026.

Water provider

Merrimac Water Department

Multiple current rules

2 current source claims are listed separately.

MassDEP listing

Mandatory schedule — details incomplete

2026-08-01

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

Watering schedule

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

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

Applies to: supplier customersEffective: 2026-05-15

Town claim

Outdoor watering ban

No date published

Nonessential outdoor water use is prohibited.

Prohibited uses

  • Nonessential outdoor water use.
  • Establishing new lawns — until ban is removed.

Exceptions

  • Water uses — required for health or safety reasons; required by regulation; required for production of food and fiber; required for the maintenance of livestock; required to meet the core functions of a business.
Applies to: Town of Merrimac mandatory water ban.Effective: 2026-05-26
Coverage targetMerrimac Water Department
Current source claims2
Last checkedAugust 11, 2026

Claims stay separate when official sources describe different rules. Confirm changes with the listed source before watering.

Confirm before watering. Rules can change quickly and may vary by supplier, address, and water source.