About Wilkinsonville Water District
Welcome to Wilkinsonville Water District, your trusted partner in water supply, distribution, and management in Sutton. Dedicated to safeguarding our community's water supply and infrastructure, we prioritize the safety and integrity of every drop. At Wilkinsonville Water District, we recognize the precious nature of water and remain steadfast in our commitment to delivering clean, safe drinking water reliably to our customers. The Wilkinsonville Water District is operated and managed by WhiteWater, Inc.
Where Does My Water Come From?
Wilkinsonville receives its water from three wells. The first well is located at the end of Hatchery Road near Worcester Sand & Gravel. The other two wells are at Woodbury Pond. The well areas are reasonably removed from pollution risks and consist of gravel banks and a series of small streams. The Hatchery Road well, water pump, and treatment equipment are located within a secured well house. The pump house and two wells at Woodbury Pond are also located in a secured area. We remain interconnected with the Grafton Water District, located on Follette St., so that additional water can be purchased if necessary for emergencies.
Maintaining Water Quality
Wilkinsonville Water District continuously strives to produce the highest quality water possible to meet or surpass every water quality standard. We monitor both our source and distribution system very closely. The standards we operate under were enacted by the U.S. Congress as the Safe Drinking Water Act in 1974 and were amended in 1986 and 1996. In order to ensure tap water is safe to drink, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Massachusetts DEP prescribe regulations, which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) regulations establish limits for contaminants.
Is My Water Treated?
Wilkinsonville’s water is treated with potassium hydroxide to increase the pH of the water which reduces corrosion of household plumbing and fixtures. The flow of the potassium hydroxide is controlled and measured by state-of-the-art equipment. This equipment is inspected on a daily basis.
Should Some People Take Precautions?
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno- compromised persons, such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800) 426-4791. The Wilkinsonville Water District is operated and managed by WhiteWater, Inc.