Statement from Newton County Water & Sewerage Authority on Water Safety Following Rockdale County Chemical Fire
Following the recent chemical fire at the BioLab facility in Rockdale County, we understand the community’s concerns about potential impacts on the water supply. We want to assure all residents that the water you are currently drinking has already been treated and is safe for consumption.
Our water treatment processes, including chlorine removal, are specifically designed to remove harmful contaminants. If any contaminant from the affected area reaches our reservoirs, our treatment systems will filter out any chemicals before the water is delivered to homes and businesses.
Additionally, we are actively monitoring the water supply for any changes or signs of contamination. There are no signs that the water has been compromised and our team will continue to conduct regular water quality tests to ensure that no harmful substances enter the system. We are working closely with environmental and health agencies to ensure the continued safety of our water, and we will take all necessary precautions moving forward.
There is no reason for water related concerns at this time, and we remain fully committed to providing safe, clean water to the community.
Statement from Newton County Water & Sewerage Authority on Hurricane Helene Response and Support
Newton County was fortunate to avoid the worst of Hurricane Helene’s impact, and our community’s water supply remains safe and unaffected. We want to reassure all residents that our water treatment systems are fully operational and there are no concerns regarding water safety at this time.
However, we know that many neighboring communities have been hit hard. In response, Newton County Water & Sewerage Authority is committed to helping those in need. Our employees have coordinated to donate essential supplies to the hardest-hit areas and working alongside the Georgia Association of Water Professionals to offer additional assistance and resources to the impacted communities.
Our hearts are with those affected by the storm, and we remain dedicated to supporting recovery efforts.
Community Statement on BioLab Fire
The Official Newton County Water & Sewerage Authority Website
The Newton County Water & Sewerage Authority was created by the State of Georgia Legislature in 1970. The Authority began with one full-time employee and 52 customers. Today the Authority is made up of more than 50 dedicated professionals and serves over 23,000 water customers and more than 6,000 sewer customers.
How To:
How To Read Your Meter
When looking at the water meter, locate the BLACK numbers on the LEFT side of the meter dial with the WHITE background. These numbers count the number of gallons of water that have passed through your meter. CLICK TO LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR METER
How to Check For Leaks
A small leak, about the size of a pin head, dripping at one drop per second can add up to 7 gallons of water a day. A large leak, the kind most often found in toilets, can waste 200 gallons of water or more per day! CLICK TO LEARN MORE ABOUT LEAKS.
Backflow Prevention
A connection between your drinking water and another source of water that combines the two when a backflow condition occurs. When this occurs, your drinking water can become contaminated. CLICK TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BACKFLOW.
The Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority has designated Emily Mills as its Open Records Officer.
All open records requests must be made to Ms. Mills in writing through one of the following three methods:
1) email: em@ncwsa.us
2) fax: (770) 786-4536 or
3) by mail addressed to: Emily Mills, Open Records Officer, Newton County Water & Sewerage Authority, 11325 Brown Bridge Road, Covington, Georgia 30016