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Water usage related facts and statistics

Did you know? Water is used in a number of ways that you would never expect. From automobile tires to hamburgers, water is essential in the production of many everyday items. Here are just a few examples, as well as some other water-related trivia. How much water does it take to process a quarter pound …

August 8, 2018

2018/2019 Board Meeting Schedule – Updated 9/11/18

Board Meeting Schedule Our board meets the second Monday of every month at 5:30 pm. (Unless scheduling conflict occurs) Feel free to contact us to verify time and date. September 11th, 2018 rescheduled due to storm and conference October 8th, 2018November 13th, 2018 December 10th, 2018January 17th, 2019February 11th, 2019March 11th, 2019April 8th, 2019May

August 1, 2018

Santee Cooper Regional Water Addresses Non-toxic Compound Affecting Taste and Smell of Water

Dorchester County Water Authority uses a blend of water from our DHEC certified wells and surface water provided by Summerville CPW. Recently, we have had reports of water having an earthy smell, and taste. This has been caused by the use of Summerville CPW water provided to them by Santee Cooper Regional Water in our …

February 8, 2018