New Bedford water restrictions

New Bedford, 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.

New Bedford town-wide ruleTown-wide and municipal informationOutdoor watering banNonessential outdoor water usage, lawn watering with sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems, washing vehicles outside of a commercial car wash — unless necessary for safety, and washing exterior building surfaces, parking lots, driveways, or sidewalks are prohibited.Last checked August 13, 2026.Show full ruleHide full rule

Who this covers: New Bedford

Prohibited uses

  • Nonessential outdoor water usage.
  • Lawn watering with sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems.
  • Washing vehicles outside of a commercial car wash — unless necessary for safety.
  • Washing exterior building surfaces, parking lots, driveways, or sidewalks.
Updated 2026-07-16
City of New Bedford DpiCustomers of City of New Bedford DpiOutdoor watering banNonessential outdoor water use is prohibited.Last checked August 14, 2026.Show full ruleHide full rule

Who this covers: supplier customers

Prohibited uses

  • Nonessential outdoor watering.
Effective 2026-07-16Updated 2026-08-01