FAQ Topic: Public Utilities FAQs
The City of Mebane’s water comes from the Graham-Mebane Water Treatment Plant that is co-owned with the City of Graham. The plant began operation in 1976 and is located on Graham-Mebane Lake in the northeast part of Alamance County. The lake itself is 718 acres, providing 2.8 billion gallons of storage. The water treatment plant … Continued
The City is responsible for water mains and water service lines to the back of the water meter. The City is responsible for sewer mains and service lines to the right of way or easement line. Typically the water meter and the first sewer clean out is located on the right of way or easement … Continued
Cloudy, Foamy, or Milky Water? If you are experiencing cloudiness in the cold water, hot water or both hot and cold water the cloudiness is caused by tiny air bubbles. When water temperatures are cold (<50ᵒF) extra oxygen molecules are readily accepted by the water molecule (H2O). The water and air is then held under … Continued
If you do not have water and sewer taps in place, call the Public Utilities Department at (919) 563-3401. If taps are in place and you are setting up new service or transferring service select a link below. New Residential Service New Non-Residential Service
Visit our problem report portal or call (919) 563-3401 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. After hours call (919) 563-9031.