MANDATORY WATER CONSERVATION NOTICE TO ALL EAST PETERSBURG WATER CUSTOMERS: Starting Tuesday, November 3, 2026, a mandatary ban on all non-essential water use will go into effect until further notice.
The mandatory ban is due to a water supply issue at one of the water facilities. Please refer following guidelines to conserve water:
Prohibited Water Uses
- Watering lawns, gardens, landscaped areas, trees, shrubs and outdoor plants.
- Watering golf courses without a valid Drought Emergency Operations Plan.
- Washing paved surfaces, such as streets, sidewalks, driveways, garages, parking areas, tennis courts and patios.
- Operating water fountains, artificial waterfalls and reflecting pools.
- Washing vehicles.
- Serving water in eating places unless specifically requested by the individual.
- Filling and topping off swimming pools.
Limited Exceptions to Prohibited Water Uses:
There are limited exceptions to the prohibited water uses. For specific information about these exceptions, visit DEP’s website at www.depweb.state.pa.us, keyword: Drought.
To review a general fact sheet, view the “Managing Water Use During a Drought Emergency” under the Fact Sheets & Guidelines link.
To read the regulations, view the “Chapter 119: Prohibition of Nonessential Water Uses in a Commonwealth Drought Emergency Area” under the Regulations link.
Please share this information with those who may not have received this information directly, such as businesses, nursing homes, schools, apartment buildings.
Please note: This does not affect the quality of the water. This is a water supply issue only.
