Proposed New Fees for Utah Public Water Systems - Make Your Voice Heard
Date postedAugust 8, 2025
News,
The Utah Division of Drinking Water (DDW) has proposed new annual fees for all public water systems, starting July 1, 2026. These fees will support DDW’s regulatory operations.
What’s Being Proposed
- $0.0331 per 1,000 gallons of water used
- $35/year flat fee for systems using under 10 million gallons
- Applies to: community, non-transient, transient, and wholesale systems that have retail customers
- Incentives available for conservation-friendly systems
Key Dates
- Public Outreach Sessions:
- Final Proposal Due: September 1, 2025
- Public Hearing: September 11, 2025
Why It Matters
As members of the water community, your perspective is vital. The potential impact of these new fees, especially on small or rural systems, deserves thoughtful consideration. We encourage all public water systems to review the proposed changes carefully and participate in the public comment process.
Public input is an essential part of shaping fair and effective policies. Whether you support the proposed structure or have reservations, this is an important moment to make your voice heard.
Submit your comments and concerns directly to the Division of Drinking Water.