As aquifer level drops, San Marcos will start Stage 1 drought restrictions

SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) — Starting Sunday, the city of San Marcos will enter Stage 1 drought restrictions in response to dropping Edwards Aquifer levels.
Under Stage 1 drought rules, sprinklers can only be used one day per week on a designated weekday determined by your address. You can water your lawn with a hose-end sprinkler on your designated weekday before 10 a.m. or after 8 p.m.
Irrigation with an automatic system is allowed on your designated weekday beginning at 8 p.m. and ending