Ann Arbor Water News
October 2024
October 2, 2024 - Thank you to everyone who attended the A2ZERO Green Fair on Friday, Sept. 20. Hundreds of attendees visited with local exhibitors to learn innovative ways to live sustainably, take climate action... read more »
October 1, 2024 - Fall in Ann Arbor means beautiful colors and trees shedding their leaves. While a lovely time of year, this can result in clogged storm drains. Some advice to help avoid this... read more »
October 1, 2024 - The City of Ann Arbor annual fire hydrant inspections and system maintenance will resume Monday, Oct. 7. This annual process is necessary to prepare for approaching cold temperatures and is conducted... read more »
October 1, 2024 - Your safety is our top concern – that’s why the City of Ann Arbor wants to make sure you know about emergencies and incidents as they happen. On Wednesday, Sept. 18,... read more »
October 1, 2024 - Help us celebrate National Source Water Protection Week (Sept. 29-Oct. 5) by taking action to help protect Ann Arbor's source water resources. Source water protection is key to both the... read more »
October 1, 2024 - In 2018, Michigan revised its Lead and Copper in Drinking Water Rule to require all water systems to complete an inventory of its water service lines by 2025. In January... read more »
October 1, 2024 - The City of Ann Arbor participates in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and has adopted flood hazard-area protection standards. As a public service, the city can provide the following information... read more »
October 1, 2024 - Learn about the world of public works on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (4251 Stone School Road). This family-friendly event is for children and adults of all ages. Get... read more »
August 2024
August 8, 2024 - In 1824, an idyllic picturesque creek provided habitat and resources for not only the Potawatomie Indian tribe, but the first settlers of what was to become the City of Ann Arbor.... read more »
August 8, 2024 - Thank you to everyone who turned out to celebrate Huron River Day, which is sponsored by the Huron River Watershed Council. Huron River Day began in 1980, on the 10 year... read more »
August 8, 2024 - In April, the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) released a set of report cards assessing the health of five major rivers in Southeast Michigan individually, as well... read more »
July 2024
July 3, 2024 - Ann Arbor Water's distribution system is comprised of nearly 500 miles of pipe, 7000 valves and more than 3000 hydrants. In addition to our routine maintenance of the distribution system, we... read more »
July 3, 2024 - This spring, the Senate Natural Resources and Agriculture Committee unanimously passed legislation (HB 4596) supported by SEMCOG that would require the labels for disposable wipes to clearly state they cannot be... read more »
July 3, 2024 - Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency issued an enforcement alert highlighting activities to ensure drinking water systems fully comply with Section 1433 of the Safe Drinking... read more »
July 3, 2024 - The city submitted public comments in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed inclusion of the Gelman site on the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL) on May 6, 2024.... read more »
July 3, 2024 - Summer is approaching, a time when many residents are watering lawns and gardens, washing cars and filling swimming pools. In short, water usage can be on the rise. AquaHawk is a free service that... read more »
July 3, 2024 - That's a wrap! The 2024 Water Treatment Plant Open House was held on May 4 and was a big success. Thank you to the 274 attendees who took tours, checked out... read more »
July 3, 2024 - Help protect our watershed by picking up after pets. Not picking up your dog's droppings violates the city's sanitation nuisance ordinance and also isn't neighborly. Properly dispose of any droppings in... read more »
July 3, 2024 - We all have a responsibility to keep contaminants from reaching the Huron River watershed – all our surface and groundwater eventually goes into the river. Whenever there is a heavy rainfall, or even just... read more »
April 2024
April 30, 2024 - Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti Township are teaming up to combat harmful algae blooms in Ford and Belleville lakes. They will jointly monitor water quality and share data to study ways to... read more »
April 30, 2024 - The city's Greenbelt is a land preservation program that protects land surrounding the city. The Greenbelt District boundary has expanded twice since the program's inception in 2003, each time to accommodate... read more »
April 30, 2024 - Great tasting water never gets old. Ann Arbor beat out the Great Lakes Water Authority and Lansing to bring home the best tasting water award in the region at the Michigan... read more »
April 30, 2024 - Huron River Day will once again bring the community together Sunday, May 19, noon–4 p.m., to celebrate one of our area's greatest amenities A change in venue brings this event... read more »
April 30, 2024 - The American Water Works Association (AWWA) strongly backs the proposed Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program Establishment Act, a bipartisan effort to provide permanent support for families struggling to afford essential water... read more »
April 30, 2024 - On Saturday, May 4 you're invited to help us celebrate National Drinking Water Week at the Water Treatment Plant Open House 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 919 Sunset Road... read more »
April 13, 2024 - On April 10, 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the final National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) establishing legally enforceable levels, called Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs), for six PFAS in... read more »
March 2024
March 21, 2024 - The 2023 Water Quality Report is now available online at https://a2gov.org/waterReport and covers the drinking water quality for the City of Ann Arbor for the 2023 calendar year. The State of... read more »
March 21, 2024 - After more than 25 years of service to the City of Ann Arbor, Public Services Area Administrator Brian Steglitz, has been appointed as the Executive Director of the Upper Occoquan Service... read more »
March 21, 2024 - If so, would you like to learn more about the National Flood Insurance Program as well as safety tips in the event of a flood? The City of Ann Arbor maintains... read more »
March 21, 2024 - Earth Day Celebration Sunday, April 21The 2024 Earth Day celebration takes place Sunday, April 21, 1–4 p.m. at Leslie Science & Nature Center (LSNC, 1831 Traver Road). Join this free, family-friendly event... read more »
March 21, 2024 - The city conducts seasonal fire hydrant inspection and system maintenance each year. The 2024 hydrant flushing program is scheduled to resume Monday, April 8, and to continue through the coming months.... read more »
March 21, 2024 - Washtenaw County Water Resources Materials Management Division announces 2024 Saturday Home Toxics Collection Event schedule and the release of a registration system to enhance service at the events. Disposing of toxics... read more »
March 7, 2024 - Public comment period is March 7 - May 6 - On March 5, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposed to add Gelman Sciences Inc., which spans portions of the city of Ann Arbor and Scio Township in Washtenaw County, Michigan, to the... read more »
February 2024
February 29, 2024 - In 1824, an idyllic picturesque creek provided habitat and resources for not only the Potawatomie Indian tribe, but the first settlers of what was to become the City of Ann Arbor.... read more »
February 29, 2024 - On February 20, 2024 City Council approved Ann Arbor Water’s Strategic Plan. Ann Arbor Water is currently undertaking a Capital Improvement Project at the Ann Arbor Water Treatment Plant (WTP)... read more »
February 29, 2024 - Volunteer with the Huron River Watershed Council this spring and summer to improve the health of our home rivers and streams, meet new people, and spend time outdoors. HRWC’s Chemistry and... read more »
February 29, 2024 - On February 15, the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) staff had a visit from seven members of the German Bodensee-Wasserversorgung executive leadership team. For those of you not up on your... read more »
February 29, 2024 - Stroll along just about any city park, sidewalk, or trail, and you may see (or worse, step in) dog poop. Dog waste that isn’t cleaned up isn’t just a stinky mess... read more »
February 29, 2024 - Controlled burns are scheduled to be performed during the spring months in rain gardens and stormwater features throughout Washtenaw County - as weather conditions permit. PlantWise, LLC, the contractor responsible for... read more »
January 2024
January 31, 2024 - Congratulations to Tony Pietras who is our February Water Champion. Tony worked in the automotive industry for more than 30 years. However, he wanted a new challenge and joined the city in 2021 as... read more »
January 31, 2024 - Michigan's Lead and Cooper Rule (LCR) requires communities to locate and prioritize eligible pipes for removal. This includes an interior property inspection to determine the material of the water supply line... read more »
January 31, 2024 - In a gallon of average ocean water, there is about 1 cup of salt. But it does vary. The Atlantic Ocean is saltier than the Pacific Ocean, for instance. Most of... read more »
January 31, 2024 - Ann Arbor Water wants to hear from you! We are interested in learning about the important of clean water to you, your family or community. Did you attend our annual Open House? Did your... read more »
January 31, 2024 - In 2023 Ann Arbor completed its triennial lead and copper sampling. Samples were collected from 62 individual homes analyzed for lead and copper. Sites for compliance sampling in Ann Arbor have... read more »
December 2023
December 28, 2023 - Recently, Ann Arbor City Council approved a $1 million contract for the city to begin a Gravel Roads Drainage Management Study to examine drainage and localized flooding issues along the remaining... read more »
December 28, 2023 - Ann Arbor City Council approved funds to replace the city’s UV wastewater disinfection system. Funding for the project, estimated to cost $6.5 million, will come from the sanitary sewer general fund.... read more »
December 28, 2023 - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its proposal for further revising the Lead and Copper Rule – the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). The proposed rule includes... read more »
December 28, 2023 - Source water protection is key to both the health of Ann Arbor drinking water and the ecosystem of our community. As such, the City of Ann Arbor maintains a Wellhead Protection Plan (WHPP)... read more »