Columbus Utilities

06/02/2026

Columbus Utilities crews are starting their routine yearly flushing program where they are required to flush hydrants throughout the city per the DNR. Where the crews will be flushing there will be water running down the gutter and flowing into the streets. Customers may see some rusty looking water. If this is the case, please remove the screens on your faucets and let the water run until clear. If you have any questions please call Columbus Utilities at 920-623-5912. Thank you for your cooperation.

05/15/2026

**PUBLIC NOTICE**

On Friday, May 15, 2026 starting at 11:00 am Columbus Utilities parking lot and payment drop box will be closed until Monday, May 18, 2026, 7:00 am for asphalt seal coating.

Please use the payment drop box across from the Post Office.

Thank you for understanding and have a great weekend.

05/08/2026

**PUBLIC NOTICE**
Today, Friday, May 8, 2026, Columbus Utilities will be conducting Aerial Utility Asset Inspections near Farnham Street and Waterloo Street starting around 9:30 am.
For your safety, please do not approach inspection teams while drones are in flight: Operators will be happy to answer any questions once the aircraft has safely landed.
Thank you for your cooperation.

04/30/2026

Columbus Utilities has recently filed an application with the Public Service Commission (PSC) seeking authorization to move forward with a project to replace aging electric infrastructure. This upgrade includes improvements to substations and distribution equipment to help maintain reliable and efficient service.

As part of its standard process, the PSC reviews all Construction Authorization (CA) requests before any work begins. This review ensures that proposed projects are necessary, cost-effective, and in the best interest of customers. The PSC’s evaluation includes an investigation into the scope and justification of the project before granting approval.

At this time, the project is under review, and no construction activities will begin until the PSC has completed its process and issued a decision.

01/22/2026

Due to the extreme cold temperatures forecasted, the Columbus Water & Light Department will be closed Friday, 1/23/2026. City Hall will remain open.

12/03/2025

11/03/2025

** PUBLIC NOTICE**

Today, Monday, November 3rd at 4:00 pm Columbus Utilities is doing our 10 year WI DNR scheduled water tower inspection. We are draining our water tower so there will be water flowing down Tower Drive. There are pressure relief valves set up around town to relieve pressure. Customers may see a slight drop in water pressure and may have some discoloration due to the process.

10/03/2025

**PUBLIC NOTICE**

Today, Friday, October 3, 2025, Columbus Utilities will be conducting Aerial Utility Asset Inspections near Farnham Street and Waterloo Street starting around 9:30 am.

For your safety, please do not approach inspection teams while drones are in flight: Operators will be happy to answer any questions once the aircraft has safely landed.

Thank you for your cooperation.

09/29/2025

Over the summer, the Columbus School District completed energy efficiency lighting projects in both the middle school and high school. With these upgrades to LED lighting, they will be saving approximately 90,000 kWh in the first year alone! In addition to these energy savings, by working with Columbus Utilities and WPPI Energy, the school was eligible for $15,605.25 in incentives via our energy efficiency programs.

Pictured left to right: Andy Bussian (Facilities Director), Chelsea Lisowe (Energy Services Manager, Columbus Utilities), Jake Flood (Superintendent)