Stage 2 Drought Declaration and Mandatory Water Restrictions
Union County
Summary
County management announced an upcoming Stage 1 drought declaration due to extremely dry regional conditions, urging voluntary water conservation.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential future rate adjustments if drought conditions worsen to Stage 2.
Water resource conservation across the region.
Residents and businesses practicing heavy outdoor water use.
Mentions & discussions (7)
Board of Commissioners — May 18, 2026
Due to prolonged dry conditions across the Catawba River basin, Union County has declared a Stage 2 drought and instituted mandatory outdoor watering restrictions limited to two days per week based on street addresses. Water customers will also see escalated rate tiers for high consumption starting May 16.
Union County implements Stage 2 of water restrictions, threatening higher rates for those with high usage
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Board of Commissioners — April 20, 2026
County management announced an upcoming Stage 1 drought declaration due to extremely dry regional conditions, urging voluntary water conservation.
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