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Mandatory Twice-Weekly Sprinkler Irrigation Schedule in Effect through October 31

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – April 2, 2026 – Aquarion Water Company today announced the start of its 2026 sprinkler irrigation schedule, which continues until October 31. The program is mandatory for Aquarion customers in East Granby, Granby, and Simsbury.

The program helps conserve water supplies by reducing overwatering of lawns and gardens through a maximum of two watering days per week. The conservation program also helps to ensure local water supplies remain sufficient for critical needs such as human consumption and fire protection. Since its launch, the sprinkler irrigation schedule has saved approximately six billion gallons of water, which has helped towns avoid additional restrictions on outdoor water use during dry summer months.

Homes and businesses with automatic sprinkler irrigation systems often use about 40% more water than properties without them. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), up to half the water used outdoors can be lost through overwatering, leaks, and evaporation. This waste, in turn, strains local water supplies while providing no benefit to lawns and gardens, which can thrive on reduced watering. By encouraging roots to grow deeper into the soil, they can absorb more moisture and nutrients, even during dry spells. Drip irrigation, soaker hoses, and hand-held watering are allowed at any time.

The twice-weekly irrigation schedule below is in effect until October 31.

More information about this mandatory irrigation schedule is available at www.aquarionwater.com/watering. Some residents may qualify for a variance from the schedule.

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