Our excellent drinking water starts with protecting the source, The Catawba River. Charlotte Water (CLTWater) is part of the Catawba-Wateree Water Management Group (CWWMG), which manages the river and lake system. A new program by the CWWMG will ensure algae and other bacteria do not negatively affect our source water. Lyngbya, a thick blue-green algae … The post Mountain Island Lake Lyngbya Management For Water Quality first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more

Any company using a fire hydrant to draw water must have a 2024-2026 Purple Hydrant Permit Decal located on the back or side of their equipment. The Charlotte Water fire hydrant program provides temporary service for customers in Mecklenburg County for authorized use of public fire hydrants. Hydrants are part of the water distribution system … The post New Fire Hydrant Decal first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more

It feels so good to witness a dream becoming a reality! Incredible progress has been made this year on our new wastewater treatment plant, the transformational Stowe Regional Water Resource Recovery Facility. Construction is already 25 percent complete! We broke ground on this state-of-the-art facility in June thanks to a strong regional partnership with the … The post That’s a Wrap on the Stowe Facility for 2023! first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more

She leaves after 38 years of service to the City and CLTWater. Jackie Jarrell, 2013 Charlotte, N.C.– After over three decades of working for the City of Charlotte, Charlotte Water Deputy Director Jacqueline “Jackie” Jarrell, PE, is retiring after 38 years of service. Jackie, who has served in various positions since joining Charlotte Water in … The post Charlotte Water Deputy Director Jackie Jarrell to Retire on December 31 first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more

This employee spotlight features Al Rich who just celebrated 45 years of working for Charlotte Water. As a Project Coordinator in the Engineering Division, his experience has allowed him to go on an incredible career journey. Learn more about Al Rich and his time with Charlotte Water in this Q&A. Tell us about yourself. What … The post Employee Spotlight: Al Rich Celebrates 45 Years first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more

McDowell Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant is one of the most technologically advanced in removing nutrients and enhancing downstream water quality. Sustainable innovations are nothing new to operators. Since 2001, sugar water has been used at the McDowell plant as an acetic acid substitute. It’s a win-win for Charlotte Water and local businesses when both save … The post A Cheaper Sugar for Sweet Tooth Bugs (Substitute for Acetic Acid) first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more

Have you ever ventured outside and something quite astonishing assaulted your nose? It may be easy to pin the blame on a wastewater treatment plant that could be nearby. However, foul odors commonly emanate from a variety of sources in our community: Let’s start inside the home… Private plumbing systems are designed to prevent wastewater … The post A Foul Odor Outside May or May Not Be Wastewater first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more

This employee spotlight features AI Rich who just celebrated 45 years of working for Charlotte Water. As a Project Coordinator in the Engineering Division, his experience has allowed him to go on an incredible career journey. Learn more about AI Rich and his time with Charlotte Water in this Q&A. Tell us about yourself. What … The post Employee Spotlight: AI Rich Celebrates 45 Years of Service first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more

McDowell Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant is one of the most technologically advanced in removing nutrients and enhancing downstream water quality. Sustainable innovations are nothing new to operators. Since 2001, sugar water has been used at the McDowell plant as an acetic acid substitute. It’s a win-win for Charlotte Water and local businesses when both save … The post A Cheaper Sugar for Sweet Tooth Bugs (Substitute for Acetic Acid) first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more

Have you ever ventured outside and something quite astonishing assaulted your nose? It may be easy to pin the blame on a wastewater treatment plant that could be nearby. However, foul odors commonly emanate from a variety of sources in our community: Let’s start inside the home… Private plumbing systems are designed to prevent wastewater … The post A Foul Odor Outside May or May Not Be Wastewater first appeared on Charlotte Water Blog ..read more