Water restrictions have been removed for most of Tasmania.

Following a summer of restrictions across much of the state, most of Tasmania has now been released.

The measures were imposed after authorities recorded too little rainfall in most of the state, with some areas recording the lowest rainfall on record.

TasWater CEO Michael Brewster thanked Tasmanians for doing their bit over the restrictions period.

“We would like to thank residents, visitors and the agricultural sector for their support during this time, it has made a difference and ensured the supply of safe and reliable drinking water,” Mr Brewster said.

In most towns that have been on stage 2 and 3 water restrictions this summer, TasWater measured a reduction in usage.

“For example, in Bridport and Oatlands when compared to last year, we have seen a 20 per cent drop in usage, he said.

“Since Scamander was placed on stage 3 restrictions, usage in January and February dropped by around 30 per cent.”

Coles Bay and Oatlands will remain on stage 2 water restrictions for the next two months to help build up water reserves for next summer.

“Storage levels in these two towns have not fully recovered from the last 36 months of persistent rainfall deficits” Mr Brewster said.

“Without continuing water restrictions, we may struggle with sufficient supply next year.”

Whitemark will also remain on stage 2 water restrictions while construction work continues on Flinders Island for the upgrade of the Henderson Dam.