Wenham Joins Hamilton in Issuing Mandatory Water Ban

Effective immediately, all outdoor mechanical watering in Wenham is prohibited.

The announcement comes just a few days after Hamilton issued a similar ban and as the Ipswich River continues to flow below acceptable levels to “sustain a healthy watershed.”

All non-essential outdoor watering, including water use for irrigation and washing of automobiles and homes, is now prohibited. Hand watering is allowed from 5 p.m.-9 a.m. only.

The ban in both Hamilton and Wenham also includes water from private wells.

In Wenham, anyone caught violating the ban is subject to fine of $100 per offense.