The Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources is certainly doing its part to protect the environment. With the help of stimulus funding, three groundbreaking green projects are underway. Click here for more details.

Georgia EPD Director Carol Couch declared on June 10, 2009, that the state of Georgia has returned to a non-drought condition. According to the state's rules, outdoor water use is allowed on the even-odd schedule with no restrictions as to hours of use. This means that homeowners with even-numbered addresses can water on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday and those with odd-numbered addresses can water on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Gwinnett County will follow the state's rule. More...

Gwinnett County will flush some of its water lines in the coming months to remove sediment, test fire hydrants, ensure water quality in low-usage lines, and ensure safe, clean water after repairs or maintenance.

"We only discharge water when necessary for customer health and safety," said Lynn Smarr, Acting Director of Gwinnett's Water Resources Department. Line flushing may cause brief, temporary pressure drops in the water supply or discoloration from dislodged sediment in the pipes. Smarr said it usually does not pose a health hazard and should clear up after the water runs a few minutes. She recommends doing laundry after 5 p.m. and letting the water run a few minutes to ensure clarity before drinking or cooking in areas where flushing work is being done.  

Residents should call the Department of Water Resources at (678) 376-7000 if they have continued problems with discoloration or pressure.

Gwinnett County Water Main Flushing Program FAQs

Water Resources Department
684 Winder Highway
Lawrenceville, GA 30045

For a list of Water Resources contact phone numbers, click here.

At Gwinnett County, we believe that a career in water resources is both satisfying and rewarding. Professionals in the water industry are directly involved in protecting and preserving the health of the community and environment. There are also a vast number of job opportunities that exist within the industry. Please visit www.H2Opportunity.net for more information on careers in the water industry.

Effective January 1, 2008, a nonrefundable activation fee of $50 will be assessed for all Residential Accounts in lieu of the previously refundable deposits. Commercial deposit requirements will remain the same. For any questions regarding these changes please contact Customer Service at 678-376-6800 or dwrbilling@gwinnettcounty.com

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