Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD), who supplies raw water to almost all water customers in Tarrant County including Bedford, announced that Stage 1 watering restrictions will be lifted as of Friday, May 4. In response to TRWD’s action, the City of Bedford is ending Stage 1 Water Restrictions effective May 4, 2012.

Watering between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on any day with a hose end or automatic irrigation systems is still prohibited because this requirement is part of the water conservation ordinance. Other conservation measures that remain in effect are prohibitions on the wasting of water by watering hard surfaces or allowing runoff down the street.

Residents and businesses are urged to be efficient with their outdoor watering and are reminded drought restrictions will return when lake levels reach 75 percent. The use of drip irrigation, soaker hoses and hand watering are the most efficient methods of watering.

If you have any questions about the City Water Restrictions please contact Stephanie Corso or call the Public Works Department at 817-952-2200.