Manatee County Reclaimed Water System Experiencing Reduced Pressure Due to High Seasonal Demand

Manatee County Utilities is advising reclaimed water customers that portions of the County’s master reuse system for irrigation are currently experiencing lower-than-normal water pressure due to increased seasonal demand -this does NOT affect potable (drinking) water pressure or availability.

Manatee County’s Water Reclamation Facilities remain in full compliance with all Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) requirements. However, an extended period of hot, dry weather and limited rainfall has significantly increased irrigation demand across the service area, resulting in reclaimed water demand that currently exceeds the system’s production capacity.

While reclaimed water is not subject to current watering restrictions, Manatee County is asking reclaimed water customers to voluntarily follow the same schedule as potable irrigation water users during this extended dry period.

County operations staff are actively managing system flows and pressures to maximize reclaimed water delivery while maintaining regulatory compliance and system reliability.