Level 1 water restrictions now in place for Clarence Valley

As of Friday 13 December 2019 Shannon Creek Dam had fallen to 82.3 % of its total capacity.

So from 16 December 2019 Level 1 water restrictions apply in addition to existing permanent water conservation measures.

So:

• No outside garden watering between 9am and 4pm
• No sprinklers or unattended hoses
• Water efficient drip or spray systems – 15 minutes every 2 days*
• Hand held hoses - 1 hour every 2 days*
• No restriction on commercial/industrial use

* If your house address is an even number you can water on even numbered days. If your house address is an odd number you can water on odd numbered days.

NOTE: Breaching water restrictions is an offence under Section 637 of the Local Government Act.  Action may be undertaken against consumers who are detected breaching water restrictions in accordance with Council’s Enforcement Policy. Fines can apply to such breaches.