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MUA Washington Township, NJ
As our water supply is derived from aquifers and delivered from a system of wells, access to our water is by nature very difficult. Any individuals, such as terrorists or others who would seek to violate the safety and security of our system would find that our system is simply not easily accessible.
Water & Sewer Systems
Authority has approximately 181 miles of water and 173 miles of sewer mains. The Authority delivers water to its customers and acts as a sewerage collection agent within the Township.
Water Supply
The Authority's average daily flow for 1997 was approximately 7 million gallons per day. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) believes that the P-R-M Aquifer is being depleted.
Service Area & Customers
Authority's present water and sewer service is entirely within the boundaries of the Township. The Authority currently has approximately 16,725 customers serviced by its water and sewer system.
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The Washington Township MUA
The Authority has broad powers including, among others, the following: to hold, operate
and administer its property, to provide for bonds and the secure the payment.
Meetings
The Authority will advertise in the official newspapers, the South Jersey Times and the Courier Post.
Notices
Notices of Electronic Meeting on December 22, 2020, at 6:15 p.m. has been changed to electronic/teleconference.
Billing
The MUA does not want to shut off your service, so please pay your bill in a timely manner.
Financial Info
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the business-type activities of the WTMUA.
Water and Sewer Rates
Current residential water rates are based on a rate schedule by allowance.
Construction
A complete set of the rules and regulations
Quality
MUA works around the clock to provide top quality water to every tap.
Conservation
Once again this year, limited water conservation measures will be instituted by the WTMUA.
The Washington Township MUA works around the clock to provide top quality water to every tap.
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Water Quality
The elevation of the stored water supplies most of the water pressure for the community.
Why We Store Water
The elevation of the stored water supplies most of the water pressure for the community.
Fix That Leaky Faucet
Water leaks cost money. A dripping faucet or fixture can waste 3 gallons a day.
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Safe Drinking Water Hotline 800-426-4791
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population.
Those with compromised immune systems such as those with cancer and undergoing chemotherapy, those who have undergone organ transplants, those with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants may be particularly at risk from infections.
These individuals should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbiological contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline.
The WTMUA will not suspend water services due to non-payment until the outbreak of COVID-19 has subsided.
Take Note of Our Senior
Current residential water rates are based on a rate schedule by allowance. The more water you conserve the lower your quarterly bill.
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Where Does Our Water Come From?
The MUA maintains 14 well sites, 4 elevated tank sites at various locations throughout the Township.
The well sites draw water from 3 different underground aquifers.
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The capacity of the tanks
With a storage capacity of around 7 million gallons, you can see why we need to conserve water.
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water is endlessly recycled
Energy from the sun causes water to evaporate from the lakes, ponds, pools, soil, or even your skin.
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it is this aquifer that is in trouble
Water is being removed from this aquifer faster than it can be replaced. In a balanced system, water from rain.
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The Raritan Is Losing Water At A Dangerous Rate And Is Vulnerable To Saltwater Intrusion
Most of the WTMUA's wells draw water from the Raritan and it is this aquifer that is in trouble. Water is being removed from this aquifer faster than it can be replaced. In a balanced system, water from rain would percolate down through the ground recharging the aquifer at the same speed.