Complete Site Map Site Navigation for Winterport, Maine - Water Sewer Districts To make it possible for our website visitors to navigate through our pages easily, we have divided our site map into categories. This will also allow for expansion as our site grows and we continue to add more resources for our customers.   Water District Adopt A Hydrant The Winterport Water District is encouraging residents to "Adopt-A-Hydrant" near their home. Residents who adopt fire hydrants will help the Water District by keeping them clear of snow in the winter. Winterport Water District The Winterport Water District are quasi-municipal utilities providing public drinking water and wastewater treatment services to the citizens of Winterport, Maine. Our mission is to provide the customers of the two District's with the best service and the lowest costs possible. Winterport Water District Water produced by the Winterport's Water District is drawn from an 8-inch surfical, naturally developed gravel well. The new production well was constructed using the drive and wash method in 2005. Terms and Conditions The following terms and conditions made by the Winterport Water District and filed with the Maine Public Utilities Commission constitutes a contract between the Customer and the Utility. The Customer agrees to adhere to these Terms and Conditions and to take water only for the purposes stated in the application and at the established rates. Water Quality Reports The annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) provides you with important information about the quality of your drinking water. The Staff of the Winterport Water District provide a safe and reliable supply of water every day and we are dedicated to providing the highest quality of service to meet your needs Cross Connection Control Program A cross connection is a point in a plumbing system where the potable (drinking) water is connected to a non-potable source. This is called backflow or when water flows in the opposite intended direction within a water system.  A Guide to Backflow Prevention Devices Containment and Fixture Isolation Backflow Prevention Devices User Rates Bills under this rate are net and will be due and payable upon presentation. Whether bills are rendered monthly or quarterly will be at the option of the utility Water District History The history of the Winterport Water District dates back to 1889 when the Maine Legislature granted the first charters to the Winterport Water Company. Have A High Water Bill? Are Water Leaks Costing You Money? Periodically You Should: How To Read Your Water Meter Explains how to read your water meter and calculate your water costs. Water Conservation and Efficiency Fact Sheets and Brochures for Water Conservation and Efficiency Water Leak Abatement Policy The Winterport Water District's Water Leak Abatement Policy. Hydrant Flushing Fire hydrant flushing is done to remove any sediment or stagnant water from the distribution system and to test fire hydrant operation. These steps are being taken to improve the overall water quality within the distribution system and to insure the delivery of the highest quality of water possible. Fire Hydrants Types of fire hydrants within the water distribution system. Source Water Protection Wellhead Protection is managing land uses around a well to keep contaminants out of drinking water.     Wastewater treatment Why Sewage Treatment is so Important Clean water is one of our most precious natural resources. Yet every time we flush a toilet, pour oil down the drain or clean with strong household chemicals, we contaminate our supply. Before wastewater can be released into our waterways, it must go through a process called sewage treatment to be decontaminated. Technical Information The Winterport Wastewater Treatment Facility is a 301(H) waiver primary treatment plant utilizing unit processes of influent pumping, grit removal, clarification, and disinfection for normal flow conditions and swirl concentrations (for removable of readily settleable solids and floatables) and pumping for high flow conditions. Collection System Smoke Testing Here are some photographs of the recent sewer line inspection work the Winterport Sewer District recently conducted. Frequently Asked Questions Problems in the building service line can be caused by a variety of things. In the older parts of the town, tree roots can cause many problems. Spiragester The Spiragester is a two-story combination sedimentation and sludge digestion unit contained in one tank. Utility News Water News Water Utility news and updates for our customers Sewer News Sewer Utility News and updates for the District's customers. Contact Us You may contact the Winterport Water and Sewer Districts with any comments or questions you may have several different ways. Our office is located on Sampson St. in the wastewater treatment plant and the pale cream building sets behind the Winterport Fire Station.