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How does the lack of water and sewer infrastructure in the Rural Area affect the ability to serve future development?
- Updated
- 10/8/2024
In December 2022, the Prince William Board of County Supervisors approved a revised Comprehensive Plan that removed public sewer restrictions in the Rural Area. Prince William Water conducted a Master Plan Addendum, which indicated that demands required by the updated Comprehensive Plan, including the Digital Gateway, may require additional water supply capacity to be purchased in the future. As noted, Prince William Water has the ability to purchase additional capacity from Fairfax Water when needed.
However, the absence of water and sewer infrastructure in any given part of Prince William County is not an impediment to development under Prince William Water’s “growth pays for growth” policy, which requires that infrastructure extensions be designed, constructed and paid for by development applicants to serve their development.
Can Prince William Water support the water demands of proposed data centers and residential/commercial development included in the Prince William County Comprehensive Plan and recent land use policies?
- Updated
- 10/8/2024
Yes. Prince William Water can support development activity as envisioned in the Prince William County Comprehensive Plan, including the latest Comprehensive Plan update which included the Digital Gateway, with capacity currently owned by Prince William Water supplemented with the purchase of additional capacity when needed from Fairfax Water.
As specific land use applications are submitted with the related water requirements, Prince William Water will continuously monitor and assess the availability of existing water supply and, if necessary, the required timing to purchase additional capacity from Fairfax Water. Any additional capacity from Fairfax Water would be withdrawn from the Potomac River.
Prince William Water continually plans for water and sewer infrastructure improvements that are needed to support development activity.
Has Prince William Water conducted any analysis of the future water needs and availability of water in Prince William County?
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- 10/8/2024
Prince William Water annually assesses water needs against the Prince William County Comprehensive Plan, ensuring supply meets demand through the Washington Metropolitan Council of Governments (MWCOG) planning timeline (currently 2045). Prince William Water closely monitors new demand requirements and regularly discusses demands and timing with project applicants. Prince William Water staff reviews various development scenarios and requirements to assess the timing of necessary water supply capacity increases and any required infrastructure improvements.
Sudley Road Sewer Main Project
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- 10/8/2024
This project aims to increase sewer transmission capacity along the Sudley Road corridor and accommodate anticipated growth. The project involves replacing and installing a new 24-inch ductile iron gravity sanitary sewer. A gravity sewer line is not pressurized and uses the force of gravity to carry sewage. The new sanitary sewer line will be approximately 2,800 feet in length.
Dumfries Force Main Project (SEW-106)
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- 10/8/2024
This project consists of replacing an existing force main or pressurized sewer pipe. The project begins at the Dumfries Sewer Pump Station on Canal Road, continues along Old Stage Coach toward Route 1, and ends at the Town of Dumfries boundary. This project aims to replace an existing force main in the Dumfries area to improve system reliability and meet customer demand.
Is it safe to drink water containing fluoride?
- Updated
- 10/3/2024
Prince William Water is aware of the September 2024 U.S. District Court ruling from California regarding fluoride in drinking water. Prince William Water purchases our drinking water wholesale from Fairfax Water and the City of Manassas, both of which are awaiting guidance from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Virginia Department of Health on this matter.
Currently, both Fairfax Water and the City of Manassas add fluoride to drinking water at or near 0.7 parts per million (ppm), following federal and state public health agency standards, including the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Fluoride is added to drinking water to serve a public health goal to decrease the occurrence and severity of tooth decay and reduce the risk of dental fluorosis. VDH, CDC and Fairfax Water have additional information and data on fluoridation on their websites at the following:
Water Art Invitational Classroom Presentations
- Updated
- 10/1/2024
Is Prince William Water concerned about water quality in the Occoquan Reservoir if development is allowed in the Rural Area?
- Updated
- 9/27/2024
Fairfax Water supplies potable water from the Occoquan Reservoir, meeting all regulatory standards for East Prince William County. Prince William Water remains confident in Fairfax Water's quality. Stormwater management and land use decisions rest with Prince William County, supported by regional collaboration to maintain water quality.
Why does my tap water have a rotten egg or sulfur smell?
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- 9/24/2024
Odors like rotten eggs or sulfur suggest bacteria in your drain or water heater. Use bleach to clear the drain. Let the cold water run. Bring a cup of cold water from the sink where you noticed the odor to another room to smell it. If the smell persists, check the water heater. Most manufacturers recommend annual water heater cleansing. Consult your manufacturer's instructions.
Service Authority Board Member Receives National Environmental Award
- Updated
- 8/19/2024
- Date Posted:
- February 16, 2024
WOODBRIDGE, VA, February 16, 2024 — Dr. Jack Kooyoomjian, Ph.D., a longstanding member
of the Prince William County Service Authority Board of Directors, has received the 2024
National Environmental Achievement Award for Environment. The award, presented by the
National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), acknowledges individuals and NACWA
member agencies that have demonstrated exceptional contributions to environmental
protection and the clean water community.