🚨💧 CITY OF ARCADIA WATERING UPDATE 💧🚨
Water Shortage Upgraded to Modified Phase III
One Day Per Week Outdoor Watering
Now Through July 1, 2026
Due to ongoing dry conditions and low water levels, Southwest Florida Water Management District has upgraded the region, including Arcadia, to a Modified Phase III Water Shortage. All residents — including those with private wells — must follow the one watering day per week schedule.
📅 Your Watering Day (last digit of address)
• 0–1: Monday
• 2–3: Tuesday
• 4–5: Wednesday
• 6–7: Thursday
• 8–9: Friday
⏰ Watering Hours
12:01 a.m.–4 a.m. OR 8 p.m.–11:59 p.m. (choose one)
🌿 Hand Watering & Micro Irrigation
Allowed daily before 8 a.m. or after 6 p.m. (plants only)
🌱 New Lawns & Plants (60 days)
• Days 1–30: Water any day
• Days 31–60:
– Even addresses: Tue/Thu/Sun
– Odd addresses: Mon/Wed/Sat
Other Phase III Restrictions
• Restaurants are required to serve water only upon request
• Car washing at home (non-commercial) allowed only on your watering day
• Pressure washing allowed only for paint/seal prep
• HOAs and other entities cannot require increased water use
• Decorative fountains limited to 4 hours/day
• McSwain Splash Pad New Hours: open daily 2 p.m.–6 p.m.
The city is working with Code Enforcement to ensure consistent enforcement.
Full details:
https://WaterMatters.org/Restrictions
💧 Water-saving tips:
https://WaterMatters.org/Water101