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  1. It's Dry Out There

    The City of Durham’s Department of Water Management regularly monitors the water levels in its two drinking water reservoirs: Lake Michie and Little River Reservoir. Read on...
  2. Proposed Capital Facilities Fees for FY 2023-24

    Adequate water and sewer capacity is a critical success factor for Durham's economic health and well-being, and City staff plan carefully for infrastructure investments to support both current and future customers. Read on...
  3. 2022 Water Quality Report: 100% Compliance With All Drinking Water Quality Standards

    The City of Durham Water Management team continued delivering clean and safe drinking water to more than 309,000 residents in 2022 while remaining in 100% compliance with all federal drinking water standards. Read on...
  4. Durham Water Management Statement on EPA's Proposed PFAS Standards

    The Department of Water Management's response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's announcement of new draft drinking water standards for a subset of compounds referred to as PFAS. Until now, there have been no drinking water standards for PFAS. Read on...
  5. Invitation to Public Meeting for Lakewood Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project

    The Department of Water Management invites public participation at a virtual Public Meeting for the Lakewood Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project on Monday, March 20, 2023 beginning at 6 p.m. Read on...
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