Hopes that the dam might hit 100 per cent have dimmed for now as inflows start to slow, but the dam's level is now a far cry from the 28 per cent it fell to in February.

And with forecasters predicting a wetter than average spring for the Central Tablelands, there is still a chance the dam will be at capacity heading into summer.

Regardless, the massive turnaround in the region's water security allowed Bathurst Regional Council to ease water restrictions to Level 3 restrictions on Friday.

People are now allowed to water their lawns for up to 60 minutes per day every second day under the odds and evens system.

Trigger nozzle hoses or irrigation systems are permitted to be used.

People can also top up swimming pools, however this is limited to 15 minutes per day.

Pool covers need to be in place and be managed according to the supplier or pool expert recommendations.

Garden features, bird baths and children's pools can also be filled, and residents are allowed to wash their cars on the lawn at home using either a trigger nozzle hose or a bucket.

All of these activities can be done either before 10am or after 4pm.