Fall & Winter Irrigation Guidelines Effective October 1

The City’s fall and winter irrigation restrictions become effective on Sunday, October 1, 2023 and will continue through March 31, 2024. Irrigation restrictions during the fall and winter conserve water and reduce road safety hazards caused by frozen runoff.

Fall & Winter Irrigation

• Irrigate any time of day on your two assigned watering days.
• Irrigate less than 1 inch per zone per month.

Year-Round Restrictions

• Irrigate only during your two assigned days per week.
• Irrigation schedules are based on the last digit of the house address.
• Addresses ending in 0, 3, 4, or 9 – Monday and Thursday
• Addresses ending in 1, 5, or 6 - Tuesday and Friday
• Addresses ending in 2, 7, or 8 – Wednesday & Saturday
• Irrigate without runoff. 
• Irrigate only when temperatures are above 35 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Do not irrigate during precipitation events.
• Do not irrigate on Sundays. 
• Hand watering is allowed any time of day and on any day of the week.

Winter Irrigation Tips

• Install a rain and freeze sensor to prevent your irrigation system from running when temperatures drop below freezing.
• Winterize your irrigation system and equipment before the first freeze to prevent leaks and costly repairs. 
• Insulate irrigation and any above ground pipes, valves, draining pipes and backflow preventers.
• Insulate pipes under your pier and beam home.

“We ask our residents and businesses to continue to be efficient with their outdoor water use. Protect your irrigation system from freeze damage by turning off your irrigation system when the temperature is below 35°F. Also, keep our roads safe by ensuring you irrigate without runoff. Runoff can freeze onto streets and sidewalks creating safety hazards,” said Aubrey Spear, Director of Water Utilities.  

If needed, contact a licensed irrigator or plumber for assistance to winterize your irrigation system and home. To learn more about making your irrigation and home winter ready go to www.mylubbock.us/winterready.  

The City of Lubbock commends its customers for the significant amount of water saved over the past decade. Customers’ efficient water use practices are essential in the City’s preservation of our water supply. Irrigation restrictions help make efficient use of watering ones lawn. For more information about the City’s irrigation restrictions, visit www.mylubbock.us/irrigation