Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments

Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments (LELWD) provides electricity to Littleton and Boxborough, Mass., and drinking water to Littleton.

Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments provide reliable electricity to the towns of Littleton and Boxborough, Mass., and clean drinking water to Littleton. A municipally owned utility founded in 1912, LELWD has a reputation for low rates, excellent customer service and a commitment to the communities it serves.

This week’s rain totaled 1.05 inches in Littleton, which is a great start to the month. The 30-year historical average f...
08/04/2026

This week’s rain totaled 1.05 inches in Littleton, which is a great start to the month. The 30-year historical average for August is just under four inches of rain.

In July, we saw 4.51 inches of rain, the first month this year that has met or exceeded the 30-year average. We post a precipitation report monthly at https://www.lelwd.com/conservation-and-environmental-programs/

Whether this rainfall is enough to ease drought restrictions remains to be seen. State officials will review data later this month, and we’ll let you know if the restrictions ease. For now, all nonessential outdoor watering is prohibited, including watering lawns and washing cars. Watering vegetable gardens is OK. Get more info at lelwd.com.

Made in the ShadeDid you know a mature tree can lower energy use between 100-250 kilowatt-hours per year? Our residentia...
08/03/2026

Made in the Shade

Did you know a mature tree can lower energy use between 100-250 kilowatt-hours per year?

Our residential customers in Littleton and Boxborough can request up to two shade tree saplings be planted in their yards this fall.

The deadline to sign up is Labor Day, September 7. SIgn up now online: https://www.lelwd.com/greenrewards/trees/

The Free Shade Tree Program is offered through the Green Rewards Program, a series of rebates and discounts available to help our customers reduce their electric and water use.

Trees will be planted the first week of October by LELWD employees after consultation with the property owner to determine a suitable location.

This week’s hot forecast does not include any much-needed rain. Outdoor water restrictions remain in place for residenti...
07/15/2026

This week’s hot forecast does not include any much-needed rain. Outdoor water restrictions remain in place for residential and commercial customers. Nonessential outdoor watering is not permitted due to the Level 3 Critical Drought.
Watering of vegetable gardens is permitted
Per MassDEP requirements, all nonessential outdoor water uses are prohibited, including:
Irrigation of lawns via sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems;
Washing of vehicles, except in a commercial car wash or as necessary for operator safety; and
Washing of exterior building surfaces, parking lots, driveways or sidewalks, except as necessary to apply surface treatments such as paint, preservatives, stucco, pavement or cement.
Filling swimming pools
For more information, visit https://www.lelwd.com/outdoor-watering-restrictions/

Please Conserve EnergyElectric demand is expected to be high due to extreme temperatures. You can help reduce the demand...
07/14/2026

Please Conserve Energy
Electric demand is expected to be high due to extreme temperatures. You can help reduce the demand on the power grid and lower your own bill. Please reduce electric use between 5 and 9 p.m.
Here are some ways you can help:
- Increase the temperature on your AC by a few degrees, especially when you leave the house.
- Avoid running loads of laundry or dishes during peak hours (5-9 p.m.)
- Keep cooking heat outdoors... use a grill
- Turn pool filters off during peak hours
- Schedule electric vehicle charging for off-peak hours
- Close window shades and curtains
- Supplement air conditioning with fans
- Use cold water to wash clothes
- Unplug unused devices

07/10/2026

Nikola Tesla was born on this day in 1856. Tesla is most famous for discovering and developing the alternating current (AC) electrical system—the standard method of power generation and distribution used worldwide today.

“[A]t the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, … Tesla’s system lit the fairgrounds in a blaze of electric light. The spectacle convinced the public, secured the future of AC, and laid the foundation for the electrical grid that still powers our lives,” according to the Tesla Science Center.

Learn more about Tesla at https://teslasciencecenter.org/about-nikola-tesla/

Our drinking water quality results for all contaminants were far below the maximum allowable limits in 2025.The new 2025...
07/07/2026

Our drinking water quality results for all contaminants were far below the maximum allowable limits in 2025.

The new 2025 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report has the test results and information on how we ensure the water is safe to drink.

Read the report online or get a printed copy by calling us at (978) 540-2222.

https://www.lelwd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CCR-2025.pdf”

07/03/2026

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we also celebrate our independence from for-profit electric utilities. As a municipally owned utility, LELWD prides itself in affordable rates and hometown customer service. Have a fun and safe weekend. Happy Birthday, USA!

We sent a line crew to assist Marblehead Municipal Light Department to restore power yesterday after high loads stressed...
07/03/2026

We sent a line crew to assist Marblehead Municipal Light Department to restore power yesterday after high loads stressed the town's system. We joined colleauges from Braintree Electric Light Department, Groveland Municipal Light Department, and Kennebunk Light & Power District in providing mutual aid to our fellow provider. It's a reminder to us all to conserve power during the heat wave to reduce the demand on the electrical system. That means turning off unusued lights and appliances, waiting to do laundry and dishes until after 8 p.m., and turning up the AC a few degrees, especially if you are going out. Thank you for helping us conserve energy.

To all residential and commercial water customers: Water restrictions are in place. Nonessential outdoor watering is not...
07/02/2026

To all residential and commercial water customers:

Water restrictions are in place. Nonessential outdoor watering is not permitted. The Northeast Region of Massachusetts is experiencing a Level 3 Critical Drought.

Per MassDEP requirements, all nonessential outdoor water uses are prohibited, including:
- Irrigation of lawns via sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems.
- Washing of vehicles, except in a commercial car wash or as necessary for operator safety.
- Washing of exterior building surfaces, parking lots, driveways or sidewalks, except as necessary to apply surface treatments such as paint, preservatives, stucco, pavement or cement.
- Filling swimming pools.

What outdoor watering is allowed? The watering of vegetable gardens.

For more information, visit https://www.lelwd.com/outdoor-watering-restrictions/

Please Conserve Energy During Heat Wave Electric demand is expected to be high due to extreme temperatures. You can help...
07/02/2026

Please Conserve Energy During Heat Wave

Electric demand is expected to be high due to extreme temperatures. You can help reduce the demand on the power grid and lower your own bill. Please reduce electric use between 5 and 9 p.m.

Here are some ways you can help:
- Increase the temperature on your AC by a few degrees, especially when you leave the house.
- Avoid running loads of laundry or dishes during peak hours (5-9 p.m.)
- Keep cooking heat outdoors... use a grill
- Turn pool filters off during peak hours
- Schedule electric vehicle charging for off-peak hours
- Close window shades and curtains
- Supplement air conditioning with fans
- Use cold water to wash clothes
- Unplug unused devices

Address

39 Ayer Road
Littleton, MA
01460

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 6:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19785402222

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