Bartow County Water Department

09/07/2026

🇺🇸Happy Labor Day from the BCWD! Today we celebrate the hard work and dedication that keep our community moving. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing holiday!🇺🇸

09/06/2026

🚿🚽💦 EVER WONDER WHAT HAPPENS DURING PEAK WATER USE? 💦🚽🚿

There are certain times of day when lots of people are using water at the same time.

Think about the morning rush:
☕ Coffee is brewing
🚿 Showers are running
🚽 Toilets are flushing
🪥 Teeth are being brushed
🌱 Sprinklers may be running outside

That can mean a big increase in water demand across the system all at once!

Water systems are designed to handle changing demand throughout the day. Storage, pumps, tanks, pipes, and monitoring systems all work together to help keep water available when customers need it.

So while your morning routine may feel ordinary, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes to keep up! 💙

09/05/2026

09/04/2026

💧🧪 WHAT HAPPENS AFTER A WATER SAMPLE IS COLLECTED? 🧪💧

Collecting a water sample is only the beginning!

Water systems routinely collect samples from different locations so water quality can be monitored throughout the system.

Once collected, samples may be checked for specific characteristics or contaminants depending on the type of testing being performed.

That process helps water professionals:
🔬 Monitor water quality
📊 Track changes over time
✅ Verify that water meets required standards
🔎 Identify anything that may need further investigation

Water quality monitoring doesn’t just happen at the treatment facility — it continues throughout the distribution system.

That little sample bottle can tell us a lot! 💙

09/02/2026

💧📘 WATER TERM WEDNESDAY: DISTRIBUTION MAIN 📘💧

Today’s water term is: Distribution Main!

A distribution main is a pipe that carries treated drinking water through the community and helps deliver it closer to homes, businesses, and other customers.
Think of it like one of the main roads in the water system. 🚰

Distribution mains connect different parts of the water network and help move water where it’s needed. From there, smaller service lines connect individual properties to the system.

These underground pipes are an important part of providing reliable water service every day — even though most people never see them!

So, the next time you turn on your faucet, remember that water traveled through a network of distribution mains before reaching you. 💙

09/01/2026

💳💧MAKE PAYING YOUR WATER BILL ONE LESS THING TO REMEMBER💧💳

Did you know BCWD customers can sign up for AutoPay ?🙌

With AutoPay, your water bill is paid automatically each month, helping you:
✅ Avoid the hassle of remembering your due date
✅ Reduce the chance of a missed or late payment
✅ Save time each month
✅ Enjoy a simple, convenient way to manage your bill

And this fall, there’s an extra reason to sign up!🎉

From September 1 through October 31, customers who enroll in paperless billing and/or AutoPay will be automatically entered in InvoiceCloud’s Celebrate
America250 Sweepstakes for a chance to win a Visa gift card!

🎁 Prizes include:
💳 15 winners of $250 Visa gift cards
💳 24 winners of $50 Visa gift cards

If you’ve been thinking about switching to AutoPay, this is a great time to do it! 💙

Already enrolled in AutoPay? You’re all set—you’ve been automatically entered into the sweepstakes!

Convenient payments with no hassle. And a chance to win! 🎉

08/31/2026

🌱☀️ YOUR YARD CAN BE GREEN WITHOUT WASTING WATER! ☀️🌱

Outdoor watering can make up a big part of household water use during warm weather, so a little strategy goes a long way.

Try these water-wise yard habits:
💧 Water when temperatures are cooler to reduce evaporation.
🌧 Skip watering when Mother Nature has already done the job.
🌿 Focus water near the roots instead of sidewalks and driveways.
🔍 Check sprinklers and hoses for leaks or broken connections.
🌱 Choose plants that are well-suited to our local climate when adding to your landscape.

And remember — more water doesn’t always mean a healthier lawn!
Overwatering can waste water and may not benefit your grass or plants.

🌎 Smart watering helps protect our water resources and keeps your yard looking its best.

08/30/2026

💧🏠 HOW MANY TIMES HAVE YOU USED WATER TODAY? 🏠💧

Here’s a Sunday challenge:

Try to think of every time you’ve used water since waking up.

Maybe you…
☕ Made coffee
🪥 Brushed your teeth
🚿 Took a shower
🚽 Flushed a toilet
🍳 Cooked breakfast
🧼 Washed your hands
🐶 Filled a pet’s water bowl
🌱 Watered a plant

And that may have all happened before lunchtime!

Reliable water service can be easy to overlook because it’s always expected to be there.

Behind every one of those everyday moments is an entire system of infrastructure and people working to keep water moving throughout our community. 💙

What was the very first way you used water today? 👇

08/29/2026

🚧💧 WHY ARE WATER LINES BURIED UNDERGROUND? 💧🚧

There’s a reason most of the water system stays out of sight!

Burying water lines helps protect them from everyday activity happening above ground.

Underground placement can help protect pipes from:
🔹Vehicle traffic
🔹Weather exposure
🔹Accidental impacts
🔹Temperature changes
🔹Other surface activity

But putting pipes underground also creates a challenge — crews can’t simply look at them whenever they want!

That’s why tools such as system maps, locating equipment, monitoring technology, and maintenance records are so important.

A huge part of your water system is working underneath your feet every day. 👷💙