Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Town of Franklin water restrictions due to drought lifted by State

Attention Franklin Water Customers!

This message confirms that there are currently no water use restrictions in Franklin.

On November 14, 2025, the Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary removed all Drought declarations for Franklin and the Southeastern Region.
removed all Drought declarations for Franklin and the Southeastern Region
removed all Drought declarations for
Franklin and the Southeastern Region

Please note that standard MassDEP-required water conservation restrictions will be reinstated on June 1, 2026, unless a drought or other water related emergencies are declared sooner.

We appreciate your cooperation in protecting our community's water resources during the recent drought. Since Franklin's water is sourced from 100%  groundwater in Town, every drop is important.

For year-round water-saving tips, please refer to these resources:

– Town of Franklin Department of Public 

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You can listen to my conversation with Doug Martin, Franklin’s Water and Sewer Superintendent and Jake Standly, the Assistant Water/Sewer Superintendent, and learn about the updates to Franklin’s sewer and water projects. Among the topics covered are the drought status and overall water supply capacity for the Town of Franklin. ->