LINCOLN COUNTY, N.C. — Lincoln County declared a Stage 2 water shortage condition Monday, following suit with several other areas along the Catawba-Wateree River Basin.
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Due to drought conditions, the county is implementing mandatory restrictions in order to reduce water consumption.
Residents are restricted from using water for various non-essential purposes, including watering lawns, filling swimming pools, washing cars, and operating ornamental fountains.
According to the county, odd-numbered houses may water lawns and gardens only on Tuesday and Saturday. Even-numbered houses may water only on Thursday and Sunday.
The goal is to reduce water usage by 5% to 10% from a normal level.
The restrictions will remain in place until further notice.
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