Charlotte Water crews are continuing their repairs along the Stewart Creek Greenway from a wastewater pipe that fell and broke into the eroded creek bank in early February. Here's an update on what crews have completed over the last couple of weeks, and what they are continuing to work on: Installation of sheet piles completedSite... Continue Reading →

Charlotte Water is continuing the extensive emergency wastewater pipe replacement under the Stewart Creek Greenway. Portions of the creek bank upstream and downstream of the broken pipe were stabilized to reduce the risk of erosion affecting wastewater pipes. Here is an overview of what to expect in the coming weeks, and how you can help:... Continue Reading →

Almost one month ago, Charlotte experienced heavy rains from a severe storm, which ultimately caused a creek bank to erode, leaving behind a broken wastewater pipe in the creek bank of Stewart Creek. Over the past few weeks, crews have been working diligently to repair the pipe and creek bank. In order to do so,... Continue Reading →

In honor of Engineers Week 2020, we asked one of your very own engineers to share their insights and experiences with us, and ultimately share why they love what they do. This article is written by Richelle Hines, an Engineering Project Manager here at Charlotte Water, who shares the "magic" behind what it means to... Continue Reading →

"Trust the process." That is what Training Specialist Sherri Jones says to participants of Charlotte Water's employment programs. Beginning a new career is never easy, but with the right mindset and tools for success, anything is possible. Earlier this year, Charlotte Water began developing programs that would provide participants with on-the-job experience, and a clear... Continue Reading →

After discovering that 40% of Charlotte's sanitary sewer overflows were being caused by debris including wipes, we knew something needed to be done. That's when the idea for the campaign was born. Earlier this year, the "Pipes Hate Wipes" campaign was created in an effort to make our growing community aware of a serious issue... Continue Reading →

They were the only all women's team competing among 47 teams. They worked hard to prepare for the competition is just six short weeks. They won this year's Spirit Award. They are Charlotte Water's Women of Wastewater. Katie Graham, Beth Cunningham, Muriel Steele, Trinh Nguyen, lead by their captain, Johanna McHone, formed a team known... Continue Reading →