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Holly Springs watering restrictions
Holly Springs Stage 1 Water Shortage Alert (since July 6, 2026): mandatory odd/even irrigation windows via Harnett Regional Water — not Raleigh or Cary.
Holly Springs
Stage 1 — mandatory (Harnett) — effective . Official status ↗
Stage 1 irrigation schedule
| Method | Days | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Spray irrigation (even address) | Monday, Wednesday, Saturday | 6–10 a.m. and 6–10 p.m. |
| Spray irrigation (odd address) | Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday | 6–10 a.m. and 6–10 p.m. |
| All addresses | No irrigation on Fridays | — |
| Hand watering, drip, reclaimed / alternate sources | Any day (Stage 1) | Hand watering must be attended |
- Water from Harnett Regional Water (Cape Fear River supply) — not Raleigh Water or Cary.
- Stage 1 Water Shortage Alert began July 6, 2026 (mandatory) following Harnett County guidance.
- Even addresses: Mon / Wed / Sat, 6–10 a.m. and 6–10 p.m. Odd addresses: Tue / Thu / Sun, same windows. No irrigation Fridays.
- Hand watering (attended hose/can), drip, and alternate sources (including reclaimed where available) are not restricted under Stage 1.
- 30-day landscape establishment exception available via town form (fee may be waived for warm-season sod).
- Restrictions stay until Harnett lifts them — recent rain alone does not end Stage 1. Confirm on hollyspringsnc.gov/drought.
Holly Springs
- Suministrado por los Servicios de Agua Regionales de Harnett (suministro del río Cape Fear) — no Raleigh Water ni Cary.
- Alerta de escasez Etapa 1 desde el 6 de julio de 2026 (obligatoria), siguiendo la orientación del condado de Harnett.
- Direcciones pares: lun / mié / sáb, 6–10 a.m. y 6–10 p.m. Direcciones impares: mar / jue / dom, mismos horarios. Sin riego los viernes.
- El riego manual (atendido), por goteo y fuentes alternativas no están restringidos en la Etapa 1.
- Excepción de establecimiento de paisajes de 30 días disponible mediante formulario municipal.
- Las restricciones continúan hasta que Harnett las levante — confirme en hollyspringsnc.gov/drought.
Holly Springs watering FAQ
What water company serves Holly Springs?
Holly Springs purchases water from Harnett Regional Water (Cape Fear River supply), not Raleigh Water or the Cary–Apex system.
Is Holly Springs under mandatory water restrictions?
Yes. Stage 1 began July 6, 2026 and is mandatory until Harnett lifts it. Even addresses Mon/Wed/Sat; odd Tue/Thu/Sun; 6–10 a.m. and 6–10 p.m.; no Fridays.
Are Holly Springs rules the same as Fuquay-Varina?
No. Fuquay-Varina has its own utility (Stage 1 lifted Aug 3, 2026; annual schedule remains). Holly Springs follows Harnett Regional Water Stage 1.
Can I hand water my lawn in Holly Springs?
Hand watering and drip are typically allowed with a shut-off nozzle even when stricter stages apply — confirm on the town’s current drought update before relying on this during mandatory stages.
This guide summarizes public utility rules for homeowner education. Restrictions change with rainfall and reservoir levels — verify with your water provider before irrigating. Oh My Sod is not affiliated with any municipality. See also watering basics and new sod care.