Despite what the labels and fancy marketing may suggest, flushable wipes are NOT flushable. On March 29, 2017, the NTMWD’s Squabble Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) in Rockwall experienced a major blockage due to accumulation of “flushable” wipes and cloths. The... more
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Commit to Check for Leaks During Fix a Leak Week
There is no better time than now, during Fix-A-Leak Week, to check for water leaks inside and outside your home and business. Checking and making repairs for the most common leaks is simple, but if you’re not a DIY-er then you... more
News Stream Newsletter – March 2017
Spring is just around the corner, which means things are about to get a lot busier for all of us. While residents are preparing their landscapes, the value of water infrastructure has become a hot topic in Washington. Subscribe now... more
NTMWD holds confined space rescue drill with Plano Fire Department
Recently NTMWD partnered with the Plano Fire Department to hold a confined space rescue drill at one of our wastewater lift stations on Rowlett Creek. The drill brought together the best of Plano Fire Department’s rescue, recovery and hazmat crews... more
Preparing Your Lawn for Spring Planting
Spring is right around the corner. That means that it’s time to start preparing your lawn for spring planting. Recently, our own Denise Hickey and AgriLife Water University’s Patrick Dickinson were on WFAA Channel 8 giving tips on how to... more
News Stream Newsletter – Feb. 2017
While last month’s issue of the News Stream newsletter was a reflection on our accomplishments in 2016, this month’s issue is a look forward to what’s in store for 2017. Subscribe now to receive monthly updates from NTMWD and stay... more
Executive Director Message: Looking Ahead in 2017
Looking Ahead We made much progress last year in support of our mission to provide the essential services of water, wastewater and solid waste disposal that North Texans depend on 24/7. Fulfilling this mission requires well-maintained infrastructure, which includes pipes... more
News Stream Newsletter – Jan. 2017
2016 was a busy year for NTMWD and the January issue of the News Stream newsletter is packed full of recaps from last year and the latest information you need to know. In this issue: Updates on Trinity River Mainstem Pump... more
2017 State Water Plan: Tracking, Reducing, and Meeting the State’s Water Use Goals
In May 2016, the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) adopted the 2017 State Water Plan. This comprehensive plan is designed to make the most of our existing water supplies, plan ahead for future growth, and preserve our natural resources. The... more
Member cities pay for shared system, not unused water #MoreThanWater
By Tom Kula, Executive Director of NTMWD Recently, four Member Cities of the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) announced they are requesting the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) to review the wholesale water rates charged by NTMWD. The... more