Water Restriction Stage

We are Currently in Stage 3 Water Restrictions

Effective Tuesday, September 22nd, the City of Alamo Heights has declared a Stage 3 Water Restriction based on mandatory pumping restrictions by the Edwards Aquifer Authority. 

Landscaping Watering (using automatic or manual irrigation systems) is permitted only once EVERY OTHER a week between hours 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The last number of your address determines what day you are able to water.

You may use drip irrigation, a soaker hose, or a bucket (5-gallon or less container) during any day of the week but only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. A hand-held hose may be used any day of the week at any time.

Filling new pools is prohibited unless at least 30% of the water is obtained from a source other than the Edwards Aquifer. Refilling of existing pools is only allowed if the pool has been drained for repairs and at least 30% of the water is obtained from a source other than the Edwards Aquifer. Newly planted landscape. May qualify for a three‐week variance from the stage III one‐day‐every‐other‐week watering schedule.

All restrictions are still in place:

  • Wasting water is prohibited at all times. Do not allow water to run off into the street, drain, or ditch. Repair all leaks.
  • Do not use water to wash an impervious outdoor ground covering, such as a parking lot, driveway, street, or sidewalk, unless for health or safety reasons.
  • Restaurants and other eating establishments are prohibited from serving water to customers except upon request of the customer.
  • At least 25% of all non-public swimming pools’ surface area must be covered with evaporation screens when not being utilized. Inflatable pool toys or floating devices may be used.
  • Washing of vehicles or other equipment at a residence is only allowed during their designated watering day. Water is not allowed to run into the street.
  • Charity car washes are prohibited except at a commercial car wash that recycles at least 75% of the water it uses, or that is certified as a conservation car wash.
  • Ornamental outdoor fountains are not to be utilized unless the water is recycled, and the only additional water used is to compensate for loss due to evaporation.

 

  • Watering Day Schedule

    Last Number of Your AddressYour New Watering Day
    0 or 1Monday
    2 or 3Tuesday
    4 or 5Wednesday
    6 or 7Thursday
    8 or 9Friday
    Multi-Family premises, Schools, Churches, and Commercial UsersWednesday