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Our Mission

At the Roanoke Rapids Sanitary District, we are committed to providing safe, high quality water services to our community, while maintaining a standard of excellence in customer service and environmental conservation.

Water Service Line Inventory

We have completed our initial inventory and associated reporting pursuant to EPA Lead and Copper Rule. We must now provide notification of known or potential service lines containing lead upon completion of our initial inventory. Notice of Service Line Material

State Certified Laboratory
New EPA rules require us to collect information about the water line plumbing material entering every service address. We need your help performing the inventory of private water service line materials within our service area. If you have not previously submitted the survey below, please do so now. Thank you for your help as we continue to gather this required information. 

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Public Awareness Notice Unidirectional Flushing Exercise

February 23, 2023

The Roanoke Rapids Sanitary District will be conducting its annual unidirectional flushing exercise beginning March 1st throughout the City of Roanoke Rapids and Town of Gaston. Unidirectional flushing is a systematic and controlled flushing program used to remove sediments and old water and to help maintain chlorine residuals throughout the system. Flushing improves the overall quality of water in the distribution system and assists in the system maintenance. This exercise may generate brief instances of discolored water, and if you notice discolored water, run the cold water tap a few minutes until clear before using your washing machine, water heater, or preparing food. Outdoor use...

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We Are Grateful

We Are Grateful

November 01, 2024

As Thanksgiving approaches, we're reminded of the countless blessings in our lives and the importance of gratitude. It's a time to come together with loved ones, reflect on the year's blessings, and express appreciation for the abundance that surrounds us. 

As we gather around the table to share a meal and create cherished memories, let us also take a moment to honor our veterans and express our heartfelt gratitude for their service and sacrifice.

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