The City of Wyoming has implemented odd/even outdoor water restrictions, effective May 1 to June 15, 2026, for residents and businesses on the City’s water system.
Under this restriction, properties ending in an odd number are to water their lawn and landscaping or fill a pool on odd-numbered calendar days, and those ending in an even number are to water their lawn and landscaping or fill a pool on even-numbered calendar days.
Example:
- If your address ends in 111, you may turn on your sprinkling system or use outdoor water on the 1st, 3rd, 5th, etc., day of the month.
- If your address ends in 112, you may turn on your sprinkling system or use outdoor water on 2nd, 4th, 6th, etc., day of the month.
Why is this important?
The City of Wyoming is committed to investing in quality water infrastructure for the 250,000 people and 11 communities we serve and is currently working to construct the first portion of a third water transmission main at the drinking water treatment plant. This project will increase the capacity and reliability of the water transmission system.
While we complete construction of the third transmission main, the City is operating at a reduced capacity. To avoid mandatory water restrictions, and to minimize the burden on the City’s drinking water treatment plant, we are implementing odd/even sprinkling restrictions.
Complying with the odd/even schedule will help reduce water cost and ensure an adequate water supply for fire protection.
To see if you are impacted by the odd/even outdoor water restrictions, click the link below and type in your address. Please note that if you are on a private well, you are not affected. https://bit.ly/3OIhOlF
FAQs for Odd/Even Outdoor Water Restrictions
- Why are odd/even outdoor water restrictions being implemented?
For a decade, the City of Wyoming has been constructing a third transmission main. While we complete construction on our new transmission main, we are currently operating at a reduced capacity. To help prevent stress on the water system, we’re asking water customers to alternate lawn sprinkling and outdoor watering days. Once complete, this project will allow for more reliable and higher-capacity water delivery to all customers.
- How long will these restrictions be in effect?
We expect odd/even outdoor water restrictions to last through June 15.
- To whom does odd/even outdoor watering restrictions apply?
Odd/even outdoor water restrictions apply to residences and businesses on the City of Wyoming water system. This includes the following communities:
- Wyoming
- Olive
- Blendon
- Holland
- Georgetown
- Jamestown
- Gaines Township
- Byron Township
- Hudsonville
- Grandville
- Western portion of Kentwood
- Are these restrictions mandatory?
The City of Wyoming is continuously monitoring residential and commercial water usage to efficiently identify high-demand periods and ensure reliable access. If water usage exceeds supply, the City will implement mandatory water restrictions for all of the listed communities.
- Are there any hourly restrictions?
No, there are no hourly restrictions.
- Do these restrictions only apply to property owners with an automatic sprinkler system?
No, this applies to all outdoor watering.
- Can I fill or refill my pool during these restrictions?
Yes. Pool filling should follow the odd/even pattern.
- Am I allowed to wash my vehicle in my driveway?
Yes. You may wash your vehicle in your driveway using a handheld hose or bucket.
- Will watering my lawn every other day be enough to keep my yard healthy?
Watering your lawn daily can make it susceptible to developing shallow roots, making it more vulnerable to drought and disease. Instead, practice watering your lawn every other day or as needed to reduce weed growth, improve drought resistance, and prevent pest infestations.
- Do these restrictions impact indoor water usage?
No, indoor water usage is not included. However, any reduction in water demand is helpful. You can also help conserve water by:
- Running dishwashers and washing machines when fully loaded
- Taking shorter showers
- Turning off faucets when not in use
- Fixing faucet leaks quickly
- Are there any exceptions?
- Private wells used for watering
- Hand watering of landscaping or garden plants using a hose
- Watering needed to maintain newly installed sod or landscaping
- Can I still use my automatic sprinkler system?
Yes, many automatic systems can be programmed to run every other day.
- Are these restrictions related to data centers?
No, these restrictions are not related to current or future data center water use. For a decade, the City of Wyoming has been constructing a third transmission main to increase water capacity to our 250,000 customers. While we complete construction on our new transmission main, we are currently operating at a reduced capacity.