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Water Demand Increases Despite Growing Lake Levels
Stage 2 restrictions remain in effect for City of Durham water customers as of Aug. 27.
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Durham's Estimated Water Supply Climbs, While Restrictions Remain
Durham had 144 days of readily accessible reservoir water as of Aug. 13, while average demand on the reservoirs fell nearly 11% since July 26.
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Rains are Refilling Durham Reservoirs
As of July 27, Durham Water Management reported 197 total days of water supply.
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Durham's Estimated Water Supply Rises, But Restrictions Remain
As of July 23, Durham reported 175 total days of water supply, based on average demand of 26.42 million gallons per day.
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Lane Closures Possible Near N.C. 54 This Week
Waterline work could affect traffic on Nelson Highway and Stancell Drive from July 20-24.
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City Warns: Stage 3 Water Restrictions May Lie Ahead
Currently, Durham remains under Stage 2 restrictions, but continued high demand and limited rainfall could result in tighter irrigation limits and cuts to outdoor water use.
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Durham Expands Home Repair Assistance Program
City government has committed more than $2.19 million to deliver repairs, improve housing stability, and strengthen neighborhoods.
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Durham Opens $400K Festival and Event Funding Application
Nonprofits and festival organizers working with nonprofit fiscal agents can apply through Aug. 12 for city support, with workshops planned July 8 and July 15.
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NC 54 Waterline Work Bringing July Lane Closures Near Farrington Area
Durham’s waterline replacement project is moving into tie-ins, service reconnections, and pavement restoration along parts of NC Highway 54.
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Durham Drinking Water Met Standards in 2025
The latest Durham water quality report shows no violations, but gives residents a closer look at PFAS test results, source-water risks, and the city's use of Cary's Jordan Lake supply.
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[In the Works] Woodcroft Parkway Extension - Updated 2026
Don't expect construction to start until February 2028 at the earliest.
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Durham Water Demand Dropping, But Restrictions Remain In Effect
The Water Management Department has received 170 complaints about violations since Stage 2 restrictions went into effect on June 15. Formal citations may be issued this week.