On November 2, 2026, Mecklenburg County announced that residents no longer need to follow mandatory water restrictions due to improved regional drought conditions. The Catawba-Wateree Drought Management Advisory Group (DMAG) has moved from Stage 2 mandatory restrictions to Stage 1 voluntary conservation.
While mandatory restrictions have been lifted, the county encourages residents and businesses to continue water conservation practices and follow recommended outdoor watering schedules.
Press Release: Mecklenburg County
Published November 2, 2026. Reproduced in full from the Mecklenburg County.
UPDATE: Water Restrictions Ease for Mecklenburg County Residents
Updated story as of Nov. 2, 2026:
Residents no longer need to follow mandatory water restrictions but are asked to continue conservation practices on a voluntary basis.
Regional drought conditions have improved prompting the Catawba-Wateree Drought Management Advisory Group (DMAG) to ease water restrictions from Stage 2 mandatory restrictions to Stage 1 voluntary conservation.
Mecklenburg County continues to support regional water conservation efforts and encourages residents and businesses to conserve water as the region recovers from drought conditions. While mandatory restrictions have been lifted, customers are asked to follow recommended outdoor watering schedules and avoid unnecessary water use.
Water services are managed by the City of Charlotte. For more information about voluntary conservation guidelines visit Charlotte Water.
