Culinary Water

The Trenton water department has 400 thousand gallons of storage in two separate storage tanks.  The water comes from ten spring sources. We currently have 201 active water connections. The department also maintains over 25 miles of water lines.

Water Rates & Fees:

$52.00 for the first 20,000 gallons per month

.75 for each subsequent 1000 gallons

Customer Deposit – $213.00

Disconnect fee- $50.00

Reconnection Fee – $50.00

Meter check fee- $50.00

New Water Connection Fees:

Water Connection- Cost plus $320.00

Deposit of $1500 before to starting installation with remainder due prior to water being turned on.

Water Impact fee 2022- $8434.67

Water Connection Application — Residential 2022

Water Connection Application — Stock Watering 2022

Each year we publish a report on the quality of the culinary water for the previous year.  2022 Consumer Confidence Report

Water is vital for the functioning of our homes, businesses, and community. If you save water, you save money, energy, and help save the environment.  Please read our “Water Wise” tips for information on how to use water wisely.

If you’re thinking of installing an irrigation system for your home landscaping, take steps to prevent your irrigation system from contaminating the water you drink.  Part of our Cross Connection Control program is public awareness. Our hope is that by reading this “Tips to Protect Your Drinking Water”, you, our valued customer will become educated and aware of illegal cross connections along with their adverse health effects.

Water Ordinance
Water Connection Ordinance
Water Rates Resolution
 Backflow & Cross Connection Ordinance