New Water Restrictions effective 1/1/2026
Water Restrictions are put in place to preserve the integrity of the water supply and to adhere to our contracted average daily allowance of flow from Manchester Water Works. Exceedance of the average daily flow of contracted water carries a hefty penalty that we want to avoid and if exceeded will only be passed along to the consumers. It is the responsibility of Central Hooksett Water Precinct to manage this contracted amount and by changing the water restrictions we feel we will be in a better position reach this goal for our customers.
CHWP will be moving to an Odd/Even Outdoor Water Restriction:
Odd numbered houses are allowed to water on odd numbered days (1,3,5,7,9 etc.)
Even numbered houses are allowed to water on even numbered days (2,4,6,8,10 etc.)
Exceptions: Hand-held hoses or watering cans will be permitted in a vegetable garden and flower garden on any day of the week. Filling of kiddie pools 6 feet or less in diameter no deeper than 12” is permitted on any day.
Special exceptions may be granted by the superintendent for establishment of new lawns for a period no greater than 30 days. This special exception must be requested in writing.
During times of extreme drought conditions as determined by the State of NH and Local Authorities, the superintendent has the authority to implement a complete “Irrigation Watering Ban” in order to maintain CHWP valuable source and supply of potable water.
Please note that water restrictions under this change will remain in place all year long.
Enforcement of all Water Restrictions:
First time violators – receive written warning
Second time violators – 2nd written warning with a $100.00 fine
Third time violators – $300.00 fine and disconnect of service for non-compliance and responsible for disconnection and reconnection fees of $50.00 each.
We appreciate your cooperation in conserving water and adhering to these guidelines. Thank you for helping us keep costs low for our community!
