Department: Water
Policy Standards and Specifications
Water Policies– revised June 29, 2018 Irrigation Meter Requirements – updated April 11, 2016 City of Asheville Water Resources Design and Construction Manual – revised December 13, 2016 City of Asheville Water Resources Standard Details – updated February 2023 Technical Specifications– Section 02485 [...]

City of Asheville offices to close July 4 in observance of Independence Day
The staff at City of Asheville wishes you and yours a fun and safe Fourth of July. READ MORE about the SOUTH SLOPE CELEBRATION, traffic impacts and any potential impacts to City services you may use.

Mid-year momentum: 2025 infrastructure progress + future outlook
Asheville City Council unanimously approved the $256.36 million budget for the fiscal year 2026 at their regular meeting on June 10. The spending plan includes a robust Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that focuses on storm recovery, parks, transportation, public safety and community infrastructure over the next five years. Projects are selected for funding in [...]

City of Asheville offices to close Thursday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday: Know your service impacts
Our offices will be closed Thursday, June 19, but regular hours resume the next day. Water plant production staff and Emergency Services personnell operate on a normal schedule on any oberserved holiday.

City of Asheville Water Resources Department breaks ground on Mills River Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation and Upgrades – Phase 2
The City of Asheville water Resources Department breaks ground on phase 2 of a project at the Mills River Water Treatment Plant that will bring techincal updates and greater storage capacity to the plant, and increase resiliency for our overall water system.

City of Asheville Water Resources Department recognized at People of Action Gala
The City of Asheville Water Resources Department was recognized by the Asheville Rotary Club at its recent People of Action Gala. The event recognized outstanding local leaders who embody the Rotary mission of ‘service above self.’ Water Resources was recognized in the category Water Sanitation and Hygiene for its outstanding response in restoring potable water [...]

Water Quality Report
City of Asheville Water Resources Department 2024 Annual Water Quality Report (March) Brochure for Print: Water Quality Report 2024 Annual Water Quality Report translated into Spanish, Ukrainian, and Russian PWSID# NC0111010 Our Commitment to Quality We are pleased to present this year’s Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. This report [...]
Lead Testing Results post-Helene
City of Asheville water sampling plan specific to recovering from Helene Post-Helene Lead and Copper Sampling Plan and Results Lead Testing Results Water Resources lab staff conduct daily testing at the source and throughout the distribution system for total coliform, E. Coli and chlorine. To ensure the safety of customers, Water Resources, [...]

Investing in Community Infrastructure: 2024 Progress & 2025 Outlook
While 2024 brought an unimaginably difficult ending (looking at you, Helene), still much was accomplished. From accessible sidewalks to public restrooms to playgrounds, the City of Asheville continues to invest in the quality of life for our community. Read on to find out about infrastructure improvements made throughout the city in 2024 and what’s in [...]

Winter weather is on the way – How to prepare and follow best practices
City of Asheville staff stands ready to serve the community through any emergency. Departments and personnel are staffed and ready to respond immediately to any weather related issue. The City of Asheville recommends that all residents take important steps now to prepare for cold weather throughout the season. The snow and cold weather in the forecast [...]

City of Asheville announces City Hall winter holiday closings and service impacts
City of Asheville offices will be closed December 24-26, 2024 during the winter holiday break. City offices will also be closed on January 1, 2025. Helene Recovery Efforts Debris Collection: Helene-related debris collection will continue throughout the holidays. FEMA Disaster Relief Center at Asheville Mall will have holiday hours: December 24: Closed December 25-26: Closed December 27: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. January 1, [...]