Due to high consumption, water storage tanks are low, resulting in Dripping Springs Water Supply Corp., or DSWSC, customers entering Stage 5 water restrictions effective July 20.

Stage 5 water restrictions prohibit Dripping Springs residents from watering their lawns, washing cars or any other nonessential uses of water.

Stage 5 restrictions are normally triggered by a low supply of water, according to DSWSC.

According to the United States Drought Monitor, 70% of Hays County is in a severe drought, and about 50% of Travis County is experiencing a severe drought.

The water restrictions come after Stage 4 restrictions in effect on July 18 and amongst a Boil Water Notice for customers on Hwy. 290, according to the West Travis County Public Utility Agency.

DSWSC was unavailable for comment before press time.