Borough Government

Water and Sewer Information

 

Water and sewage treatment services are provided by the Borough of Beaver.

  • Beaver has the capacity to supply approximately 2 million gallons per day of water which is more than adequate for its 4,500 residents and businesses. Typical usage is about 1 millions gallons per day.

  • Waste water treatment (sewage) plant has capacity to process 1 million gallons per day. Typically, 400,000 gallons per day are treated. In addition to Beaver residents, the plant services all of Bridgewater and portions of Brighton Township.

  • Water is supplied from five wells approximately 60 feet below the surface. Water supply is independent of Ohio and Beaver Rivers. The source of Beaver’s water is an aquifer called the Wisconsin Glacial Flow also known as the Pittsburgh Underground River or the Fourth River.

  • Water meets all applicable standards including a modest amount of chlorine added as a required disinfectant. Annual water quality report is sent to all customers.

    2012 Water & Sewer Annual Budget     Adobe PDF
    2010 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Adobe PDF
    Water System Flushing FAQ Adobe PDF

  • Fluoride is not added to the water supply in the Borough of Beaver.

Rates

  • Water and sewer services are combined into one bill which is sent out to individual customers every three months. There are three wards in the Borough of Beaver; and, mailing of bills is staggered depending on the ward.

  • Billing is calculated by combining a base fee for each service plus a usage fee as determined by water meter reading. Current rates as follows:

    • Base fee for water - $19.50 per calendar quarter

    • Base fee for sewage (wastewater treatment) - $19.50 per calendar quarter

    • Water use rate – $1.85 per 1,000 gallons

    • Sewage treatment rate - $3.05 per 1,000 gallons

  • Water supplied for irrigation is eligible for a reduced rate. The owner must purchase and install an additional meter, known as a deduct meter, that calculates water used exclusively for irrigation. Prevailing rate is charged for water; however, no fee is charged for wastewater treatment. Contact the Borough office for more details.

Other information

  • Property owner is responsible for water line and shut off valves from the Borough’s main line to the premises.

  • Borough of Beaver will assist the property owner in the repair or replacement of the water line to protect the integrity of the public water system and public street. This policy applies to the water service line between Borough’s main water line and property owners curb stop (shut off valve).

  • Property owner is responsible for maintaining the sanitary sewer service line from the main trunk line to the premises, including street replacement if necessary.

  • Plumbing services are readily available from a number of reliable local suppliers.

  • Insurance for water and sewer line repair is available through various companies.