March 15, 2022 – Charlotte Water crews responded to a broken 30-inch wastewater pipe
How to Report Unauthorized Hydrant Use
Is a company using a fire hydrant on your street?If so look for the yellow hydrant decal. This decal is proof that they are authorized to use the hydrant and paying for the water they use. CLTWater maintains more than 17,600 hydrants throughout the county. The Charlotte Fire Department and CLTWater periodically use hydrants for... Continue Reading →
Central Avenue Water Pipe Repair Includes Trolley line, Wastewater Pipe, an Abandoned Water Pipe and Storm Drains too
On Tuesday afternoon, Charlotte Water crews quickly responded to an emergency water main break at the 1300 block of Central Avenue. This repair required the replacement of a 12-inch water main, which was no easy feat. The water main wasn’t the only thing underground – crews also had to remove or replace a few things... Continue Reading →
May 14 Update: Long Creek Wastewater Spill
After more than two weeks of construction site preparation and stabilizing bypass operations, Charlotte Water is replacing 140 feet of broken wastewater pipe north of 4100 Oakdale Road. Pipe replacement will take at least two days. “Charlotte Water continues to make progress in reducing overflows,” said Cam Coley, spokesperson for Charlotte Water. “Unfortunately in this... Continue Reading →