At Charlotte Water, we know no matter what is going on in the world we need reliable access to safe drinking water because we are customers too. We rely on the same thing we work hard every day to consistently and safely provide to over one million people. We want to be confident in its... Continue Reading →
We hope this finds you safe and well during this unique time in history. While most of us find ourselves spending more time at home these days, we are becoming more and more familiar with the world of "distance learning." So while our staff is still working hard 24/7 to bring you safe and clean... Continue Reading →
You walk out your door and see a line of water trickling down the street. (great you think, another leak in Charlotte). So you call 311 or send us a tweet to report the leak. Charlotte Water staff thank you for reporting it and say they will repair it. A few days pass by and the... Continue Reading →
Activity: Track water usage for one day using our at-home water audit Age Range: Upper Elementary and older Do you ever think about how many times a day you use water? Just take a moment to think about all of the things you use water for – cooking, cleaning, bathing, brushing, drinking, and so much... Continue Reading →
Have you ever thought there was a better or more efficient way to get something done? Well that's exactly what a couple of our employees thought here at Charlotte Water when they decided to create unique tools to make a part of their job easier, safer, and more cost-effective for themselves and their coworkers! Every... Continue Reading →
Activity: Build your own water filter (using household items) Age Range: Upper Elementary - Middle School It almost seems like magic the way that we can take water from a lake and turn it into safe, high quality drinking water from your tap. For this activity, you can create your own magic by using household... Continue Reading →
Activity: Educational water-related films and tv shows. Age range: All ages We're all about keeping things fun and entertaining with our distance learning activities, while also making them educational. For this activity, we've put together a list of water-related movies and TV shows (across a variety of streaming services) for keeping your mind working, while... Continue Reading →
Activity: Educational article about the journey of our water and its treatment process. Age range: All ages Our water goes on quite a journey from the Catawba River, through our treatment processes, up to our water towers, into your homes and businesses and back out again. In this lesson, we will provide you with some... Continue Reading →
Charlotte Water, in partnership with NC Department of Environmental Quality, Lake Norman Marine Commission, and Duke Energy released another 750 Grass Carp into Lake Norman. The Grass Carp are part of a broader aquatic weed management program to address the ongoing Hydrilla infestation in the lake. More information regarding the Hydrilla infestation and it's affect... Continue Reading →
Age range: All ages! Activity: Charlotte Water's customized coloring pages, and the ICMA coloring book. Break out your crayons and colored pencils! We are inviting kids and adults of all ages to engage their creative side and color any and all of our customized coloring sheets. We have also included a coloring book from the... Continue Reading →
Age range: Upper Elementary and Middle School Students Challenge: To build a structurally efficient model water tower that holds water and can be filled and drained quickly, while also being aesthetically pleasing. This week’s activity is to build your own water tower at home! In years past, Charlotte Water has held a competition for students... Continue Reading →
Charlotte Water crews have been working diligently over the last few months on the extensive emergency wastewater pipe replacement under the Stewart Creek Greenway. The pipe fell and broke into the eroded creek bank in early February. Here is an overview of what's been done over the last few weeks, and what is coming up,... Continue Reading →
