Phase 2 Restrictions For Drought Plan Take Effect In Bartlesville

Residents in Bartlesville will have new water use restrictions starting on Monday.

Water rates could go up by as much as 15% for households using more than 10,000 gallons a month. Outdoor watering is also restricted to two days a week.

Anyone caught not following the restrictions could be fined up to $500.

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The city council approved moving to phase two of an emergency plan since the water supply is currently at about 60%.

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