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Reservoir Levels
Click to see today's reservoir levels.
6/15/2026
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Voluntary Water Conservation is Now in Effect
The Western Virginia Water Authority is asking customers to voluntarily reduce their water usage
7/9/2026 9:25:00 AM
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Use Water Wisely
Small changes can make a big impact. Using water wisely is one of the easiest ways to help protect our water supplies while also lowering your utility bill.
6/15/2026
Drought Contingency Plan
Small changes in our daily routines can make a big difference, especially during periods of drought. Click below to see water conservation tips.
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National Drought Monitoring
U.S. Drought Monitor - Virginia Data
Drought Contingency Plan
The Western Virginia Water Authority's Drought Contingency Plan is based on the Carvins Cove reservoir levels during a particular month of the year. Declining reservoir levels, as indicated in the drought operation curves below, will trigger specific water use restrictions.
Using today's Carvins Cove Reservoir level, you can see what restrictions, if any, are currently in place. For example, if the reservoir level in January is 20 feet below the spillway, customers in the Authority's service area would be asked to voluntarily conserve water.
To view the action steps for each stage of water use restrictions, click on the links below:
- Voluntary Conservation Action Steps
- Mandatory Conservation Action Steps
- Emergency Restrictions Action Steps