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Serving the Harrow Creek watershed since 1974

Clean water, delivered without drama.

We treat, test, and deliver drinking water to 41,000 homes and businesses across Harrow Creek, and keep the pipes, plants, and people behind it running quietly in the background.

99.7%

of water quality tests met or exceeded state standards in the past 12 months.

Who we are

A public utility, run like people depend on it. Because they do.

Harrow Creek Water Authority is the not-for-profit utility serving the city of Harrow Creek and its surrounding townships. We operate two treatment plants, 340 miles of pipe, and a wastewater facility that's been rebuilt twice since the 1970s — all funded by what our customers pay, not shareholders.

41K connections served
340 miles of pipe maintained
24/7 emergency response
1974 founded as a public authority

What we handle

How can we help you today?

Residential

Water Meter Reading & Billing

Usage-based billing, meter reads, and flexible payment options.

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Commercial

Backflow Prevention Testing

Annual backflow assembly testing and compliance filing for businesses.

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Municipal

Fire Hydrant & Main Maintenance

Hydrant inspection, main repair, and municipal infrastructure upkeep.

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Why residents stay with us

The basics, done reliably.

Tested daily

Water quality is tested at multiple points every single day, with full annual results published for anyone to read.

Fair, usage-based billing

You pay for what you use, read from your own meter — no flat fees that punish smaller households.

Investing in the watershed

A share of every bill goes back into source-water protection along the Harrow Creek watershed.

Getting started

Setting up new service takes four steps.

Tell us your move-in date

Submit a request online or by phone at least three business days ahead.

We schedule a meter check

A technician confirms the meter is working and logs a starting read.

Your account goes live

You'll get a welcome email with your account number and first billing date.

Manage it online

Pay bills, view usage history, and update contact details any time.

From the community

What customers tell us

Switching to budget billing evened out my winter bills completely. No more dreading the January statement.
Priya K.
Homeowner, Cedar Court
I run a small bakery downtown and the backflow testing reminders alone have saved me from a compliance headache twice now. Genuinely useful, not just a form letter.
Marcus T.
Owner, Millbrook Bakery
When our line froze in January, someone actually picked up the emergency line in two rings and had a crew out before noon. That kind of response is rare for a utility.
Dana R.
Homeowner, Millbrook Ave

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Why did my bill go up this quarter?
Bills are based on actual metered usage, so seasonal changes — lawn watering, house guests, a running toilet — show up directly. Compare your usage graph in your online account to the same period last year before assuming an error.
Is Harrow Creek tap water safe to drink?
Yes. We test continuously and publish a full Consumer Confidence Report every year, covering every regulated contaminant and how our results compare to state and federal limits.
What should I do during a water main break?
Call our 24/7 emergency line immediately. Avoid drinking or cooking with affected tap water until we confirm it's safe, and check our alerts banner for updates on repair timelines.
Can I set up automatic payments?
Yes — autopay, paperless billing, and budget billing (a flat monthly average) are all available from your online account under Billing Preferences.

New to Harrow Creek?

Start water service at your new address in a few minutes, online.

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