Water restrictions lifted in Waco, McLennan County as systems are at 'less critical stage' Local officials say residents can now return to using water normally and restrictions on commercial facilities have been lifted. Author: Christian Aleman Updated: 7:56 PM CST February 21, 2021 MCLENNAN COUNTY, Texas — Residents in McLennan County and Waco are now allowed to return to normal water usage as both the county and the city have lifted mandatory restrictions put in place due to water system damage caused by the winter storm. McLennan County Judge Scott Felton and City of Waco Mayor Dillon Meek also lifted orders restricting water use at several commercial facilities Sunday evening.