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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.

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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...

Recognizing the Vital Role of Water in Our Spooky Celebrations

October 01, 2024

There Would Be No Halloween Without Water: Understanding Its Key Role in Our Spooky Traditions

As Halloween draws near, we look forward to the excitement of costumes, glowing jack-o'-lanterns, and thrilling trick-or-treating. However, amidst the festivities, we often forget the crucial part that water plays in making these Halloween traditions possible.

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