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Travis Guffey
Email: communication@ewsu.com
Phone: 812-431-0198
Next Disinfectant Switch of 2026 Starts on August 17, Ends on September 28
Evansville Water and Sewer Utility (EWSU) will temporarily switch the disinfectant used in the water treatment process beginning Monday, August 17, 2026, and continuing until Monday, September 28, 2026. This routine maintenance happens twice a year and helps keep our water mains clean and free of harmful bacteria year round.
What to Know About Sewer Cleaning
Residents in neighborhoods scheduled for sewer cleaning receive advance notification with detailed information and tips to minimize household disruptions. Evansville Water and Sewer Utility appreciates your cooperation in supporting our city’s essential infrastructure.
Water Bill Assistance Program Ready to Help
Worried about your utility bill? If you’ve gotten a shutoff notice, don’t stress. The Water Bill Assistance Program might be able to lend a hand! The program is a partnership between the Evansville Water and Sewer Utility, HomeServe USA, and the Community Action Program of Evansville. Find out if you qualify.
EWSU-Republic Services Sanitation Contract FAQs
Evansville Water and Sewer Utility is seeking an adjustments to the sanitation fee as we plan ahead, improve customer service and keep Evansville's sanitation system dependable. Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
EWSU Seeks Gradual Adjustments in Sanitation Fee
After four years without an increase in fees, the Evansville Water and Sewer Utility (EWSU) will seek to implement gradual sanitation fee adjustments over the next three years. An amendment to the City’s sanitation contract with Republic Services will be considered by the Evansville City Council on first reading January 12.
City of Evansville Announces Major Cost-Saving Shift in Water Supply Strategy
Officials with the Evansville Water Sewer Utility presented the design contract for a new Groundwater Treatment Plant at the Evansville Water Sewer Utility Board Meeting. The contract represents a shift in water supply and treatment plans that will fundamentally reshape the future of the city’s water system and save ratepayers up to $200 million over time.
