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    Fairfax, VA 22031
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Fairfax Water provides water to nearly 1.7 million people

Fairfax Water is Virginia’s largest water utility, serving one out of every five Virginians who obtain their water from public utilities. Nearly 1.7 million people in the Northern Virginia communities of Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William and Alexandria depend on Fairfax Water for superior drinking water.
 
That's nearly 1.7 million friends, neighbors and family members. We don't need any other reason to demand the highest in water quality standards.....  
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Notice of Public Hearing on Resolution Authorizing Acquisition of Easements Necessary for Public Purposes by Eminent Domain or Other Means


Fairfax Water will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 23, 2013. For more information click here.

 


 

City of Fairfax Water System - Updated: 4/11/2013


A joint statement by the City of Fairfax, Fairfax Water and Fairfax County regarding the City of Fairfax's water system and it's customers has been released. It can be viewed by clicking here.

 


 

Fairfax Water 2013 Grant Program


Applications for the 2013 Water Supply Stakeholder Outreach Program are now available. For more information click here.

 


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Mediation Leads to Three-Way Settlement of Water Disputes and Win-Win for Water Customers


The City of Falls Church, Fairfax Water, and Fairfax County, with the assistance of a federal mediator, have successfully negotiated terms for the sale of the Falls Church Water Utility to Fairfax Water. The terms have been approved by the Falls Church City Council, the Fairfax Water Board of Directors, and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The full statement can be viewed here.

 


 

Attention Customers: Clarification About Water Service Line Insurance


You may have received a letter from companies such as American Water Resources (AWR) or Home Emergency Service Company about your water and sewer line maintenance responsibility along with an offer for Water and Sewer Line Insurance. To clarify, these companies are not associated with Fairfax Water. They are private companies offering insurance associated with the water and sewer lines on your property. Fairfax Water does not offer this insurance and does not have a position on the need for this coverage. For more information about your water line responsibilities, visit www.fairfaxwater.org/customer/youplum.htm or call us at 703-689-5800, TTY 711.

 


 

Fairfax Water's Spring 2013 Straight from the Tap is now available


The spring issue of Straight from the Tap includes information about Fairfax Water’s efforts to protect the environment and your pocketbook, important spring reminders, and a significant change to the 2013 Annual Water Quality Report distribution.

You can find links to our previous newsletters by visiting our "News To Know" page.

 


 

Water Wise Landscaping and Watering Guide


Planning your summer garden? This guide can help you save money and protect the environment. To request a copy by mail, call 703-289-6019, TTY 711.

 


 

2012 Report on Your Water Quality


The 2012 Report on Your Water Quality provides important information about your water quality and Fairfax Water services. We hope you'll take a few minutes to read the report. Reading about your water quality just might make you want to raise your glass -- filled with ice water, of course.

 


 

Fairfax Water Considers Future Water Supply Planning


For more information click here.

 


Check Out Our Recent Construction Photos!

 

Fairfax Water has several capital improvement projects under way. Information about several current projects is available on our Capital Projects page available by clicking here. You may also view a few flyers below with project photographs and a brief project overview.


Facts About Lead Levels and Fairfax Water's System

 

Fairfax Water’s distribution system does not contain lead pipe. Fairfax Water has made an extensive effort to identify and replace any lead service connections in the older areas of its system.
Click here to learn more...

 


Hexavalent Chromium in Drinking Water

 

New information about hexavalent chromium is available. To learn more, click here.
 


Fluoride Levels in Drinking Water

 

On January 7, 2011, the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommended that water utilities lower the level of fluoride in drinking water, click here to learn more.

 


Emerging Water Quality Issues

Fairfax Water has developed a testing plan for Endocrine Disrupting Compounds (EDCs) and Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products (PPCPs) in source and treated waters. Read more about the testing program, the findings and Fairfax Water’s treatment process.

 


NEW! Interactive Story Book- Understanding Watersheds


Check out our new interactive story book, Understanding Watersheds. This is the latest addition to our online book series designed to educate and entertain audiences of all ages.

 

Be sure to check our Educational Resources page for other books in the series as well as other resources.  Click here to learn more...

 

 


Current litigation with the City of Falls Church

To view documents pertaining to current litigation with the City of Falls Church click here.

Information pertaining to prior litigation concerning the City of Falls Church may be found by clicking here.

 


Water: Use It Wisely

Take back your meds

Educational Resources

 

 

 

Educational Resources

Occoquan Shoreline Easement Policy

Fairfax Water has updated the Occoquan Shoreline Easement Policy. Click here for more information...

Invasive Species 101
Help us protect the Occoquan Reservoir from invasive, or non-native species that can cause economic or environmental harm to impact human health. Click here for more information...

Facts About Lead Levels and Drinking Water
Fairfax Water has consistently tested below the action level established in the Lead and Copper Rule. Click here for more information...

Fairfax Water Student Project Program
Fairfax Water is pleased to offer its help to Northern Virginia students pursuing science fair projects related to drinking water. Click here for more information...

Direct Debit Now Available
Direct debit is a simple way to pay your bill automatically from your bank account.
Click here for more information...

 
 


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