Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility的动态

The AWWU website regarding the Environmental Protection Agencies Lead Copper Rule is now live. If you would like more information or to check if AWWU has the most current information about your home lines, please follow the link to be taken to the website: https://lnkd.in/gkM87QBp

Water is part of our everyday activities. Imagine a day without water. AWWU keeps water flowing and wastewater going 24/7/365.

Water is essential. Imagine a day without water. AWWU keeps water flowing and wastewater going 24/7/365.

AWWU meets the requirements of an updated U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulation that’s focused on eliminating the risk of lead in drinking water. Our drinking water is high-quality, reliable, and does not contain lead when it leaves the treatment facility. The risk of lead in the drinking water system comes from pipes and plumbing components made of lead. AWWU has no documented lead pipes within our system, and lead water pipe production ended in the 1940s. Lead pipes, solder, and fittings were banned in the United States several decades ago. AWWU regularly tests drinking water at end-user taps to ensure it is safe and does not exceed maximum contaminant limits for lead. However, the pipe that brings water into your home is your private property. In compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule requirements, AWWU will be asking for your help to confirm those pipes are not lead. AWWU will have a website available with more information, including known and unknown inventory maps and procedures for testing or piping to identify the type of material it is made of. Once the website goes live, a link will be posted on this page.

AWWU business offices will be closed on Monday, October 14. Our self service options are available. AWWU keeps water flowing and wastewater going 24/7/365.

Keeping our water clean is of the utmost importance and flushing unused or expired medication down the sink or toilet pollutes the environment. AWWU encourages you to participate in Drug Take Back Day on October 26.

Temperatures are dropping, be sure you detach your garden hose from your outside faucet. AWWU keeps water flowing and wastewater going 24/7/365.

National Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October 26. National Drug Take Back Day is a great opportunity to safely dispose of unused or expired medications, including pet meds, sharps, and vaping products. If you want to do your clean-out earlier, many local hospitals and pharmacies have drop-off programs for medications year-round. It's a convenient way to ensure these items are disposed of properly, helping to protect the environment and reduce the risk of misuse.