South Florida Water Management District Eases Irrigation Restrictions in NE Cape Coral

May 4, 2026

Phase IV Water Shortage Map for Mid-Hawthorn Aquifer Users Residents in Northeast Cape Coral who utilize a private well for domestic and landscape irrigation use that were previously under an irrigation ban will now be allowed to irrigate once per week.

Effective immediately, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has lifted Phase IV water restrictions (zero irrigation days) and moved the area into Phase II (one irrigation day per week). You can read their announcement here.

Residents in the affected area can now follow Cape Coral's one-day-per-week irrigation schedule. This update reflects improving conditions in the Mid-Hawthorn Aquifer and continued progress in the City’s water management efforts.

For addresses ending in 0:
Monday, 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.

For addresses ending in 1:
Tuesday, midnight to 4 a.m.

For addresses ending in 2:
Wednesday, 4 a.m. to 8 a.m.

For addresses ending in 3:
Thursday, 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.

For addresses ending in 4:
Friday, midnight to 4 a.m.

For addresses ending in 5:
Saturday, 4 a.m. to 8 a.m.

For addresses ending in 6:
Sunday, 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.

For addresses ending in 7:
Monday, midnight to 4 a.m.

For addresses ending in 8:
Tuesday, 4 a.m. to 8 a.m.

For addresses ending in 9:
Wednesday, 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.

Flyer of one day per week watering schedule for the mid-hawthorn aquifer

Thanks to the City’s Utilities Extension Project (UEP) and the transition of existing wells off the Mid-Hawthorn Aquifer, the aquifer is experiencing a level of recovery not seen in years. Current water levels are now above the Maximum Developable Limit (MDL) of -83.01 feet, marking a major milestone and demonstrating the success of connecting North 1 West UEP customers to the City’s centralized utility system.

For the first time, Cape Coral is no longer purchasing water from a previous provider or working to close a supply gap. This achievement reflects the City’s continued progress toward water independence, ensuring a more reliable and sustainable water future for residents and businesses.

Residents are encouraged to remain mindful of water conservation practices. For more information on watering days and guidelines, visit CapeCoral.gov/WaterConservation.