Category Archives: My Water

The U.S. Drought Monitor Says Severe, So Why is CLTWater Asking for Voluntary Conservation?

On August 6, the US Drought Monitor escalated local drought conditions in both severity and area for our region. However, Charlotte Water remains under voluntary water conservation recommendations. That doesn’t make sense, does it?!??  Well, it does, if you look at how we use our water and its source. Continue reading The U.S. Drought Monitor Says Severe, So Why is CLTWater Asking for Voluntary Conservation?

Why is There Water, Water Everywhere?

One of the more useful and effective techniques used in the water industry is to open a hydrant to let water flow. Referred to as “flushing”, it is often seen as a waste of water especially when conservation is so important. However, flushing hydrants is one of the most important things Charlotte Water does to ensure that water used by businesses, industries, hospitals, residents, and firefighters are safe, clean and reliable. Continue reading Why is There Water, Water Everywhere?