Rural Water Supply

Washington County Rural Water #2

 

In 2002, the District was petitioned by rural residents to investigate alternatives on providing a good, clean source of water for a 48-square mile area located south of Blair. Volunteers canvassed the area to inform residents and gauge interest. A supplemental feasibility study was completed in October 2003 indicating that a portion of the area was economically viable, which was located generally between Hwy. 133 and Hwy. 75. Final design of the distribution network followed, and in November, 2004, the award to construct the project went to BRB Contractors (Topeka, KS) in the amount of $2,535,255.26. Completed in October of 2005, the Washington County Rural Water #2 system provides potable water supply to over 240 households in southeast Washington County. The 38-mile distribution network purchases its water supply from the City of Blair. Most recently, over 27 million gallons was provided to its customers in the past year. This figure is expected to grow significantly in one of the fastest growing counties in the State. Usage statistics are as follows;

 

Fiscal year (July 1 - June 30)		Amount (Gals.)
2006		3,779,000
2007		18,623,000
2008		19,854,000
2009		18,011,000
2010		23,777,000

Current Water Rates (effective October 1, 2008)
Base Monthly Charge..............$16.75*
First 10,000 gals......................$3.95 / per 1,000 gals.*
Next 10,000 gals......................$2.85 / per 1,000 gals.*
Next 30,000 gals......................$1.95 / per 1,000 gals.*
All Over 50,000 gals................$1.55 / per 1,000 gals.*
* Plus 5 1/2% NE sales tax

 

Current Hookup Fees
The hookup fee (benefit unit) for each service desired shall be as stated below, or the District?s actual cost of providing service to the applicant plus a $1,500 capital facilities charge, whichever is greater.

Service Type                                   Meter Size                                Hookup Fee
1-Unit                                           5/8 X 3/4"                                     $3,500
2-Unit                                                  1"                                            $5,000

 

• Drinking Water Standard Violation
• WCRW-2 2009 Water Quality Report
• WCRW-2 2008 Water Quality Report

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