Drinking Water Week
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Celebrate the Water That Powers Our Lives
Clean, reliable drinking water is something many of us take for granted – but it plays a vital role in our health, our communities and our everyday routines.During Drinking Water Week, we celebrate the essential systems – and the people behind them – that deliver safe water to homes and businesses across Hampton Roads.
Your Tap Is a Treasure
Why it matters:
- Essential for drinking, cooking and hygiene
- Supports hospitals, schools and local businesses
- Provides water for firefighting and public safety
- Powers agriculture, industry and our local economy
From Source to Tap
Getting clean water to your home is a complex process that happens behind the scenes every day.
How it works:
- Source: Water comes from reservoirs, rivers and underground aquifers
- Treatment: It’s cleaned and tested at water treatment facilities
- Delivery: A vast network of pipes and pumping stations carries it to your home
Across Hampton Roads, thousands of miles of underground infrastructure – and the professionals who maintain it – work around the clock to keep water flowing safely and reliably.
A System You Can Count On
Water and wastewater services are among the most reliable public systems we have. They support everything from public health to economic growth – often without us even noticing.
But maintaining this infrastructure takes ongoing investment and planning as systems age and communities grow.
The People Behind the Water
Clean water does not arrive at the tap on its own. Water professionals work every day to operate treatment facilities, maintain pipes and pumping stations, test water quality, respond to issues and keep systems running around the clock.
Drinking Water Week is a chance to recognize the people behind the scenes who help protect public health and make safe, reliable water possible for Hampton Roads communities.
You Can Help
Protect It
Protecting our water starts at home. Simple actions can help conserve water and keep our systems running smoothly.
What you can do:
- Fix leaks and use water efficiently
- Keep grease, wipes, and other non-flushable items out of drains
- Use water wisely indoors and outdoors
- Stay informed about your local water quality
Celebrate Drinking Water Week
Take a moment to appreciate the water you use every day – and the people and systems that make it possible.
Because when we value water, we help protect it for the future.
