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Water Distribution - Lines, Hydrants & Meters
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Transporting water from the stream, to the treatment plants, to your
home requires teamwork by a skilled utility staff. Water Supply, Plant
Maintenance, Meter Maintenance, Meter Reading, and Water Distribution
employees work together for one common goal - to provide the residents
of Thornton quality water everyday.
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| The Water Supply and Water Plant Maintenance
staff works together to maintain 63 miles of supply ditches and 11 reservoirs.
Continuous monitoring of six pump stations, two water
treatment plants and eight potable water storage tanks ensures utility customers uninterrupted water service. |
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Semi Annual Hydrant Flushing
The City has over 3,900 hydrants!
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The Water Distribution staff provides maintenance of 501 miles
of water lines and related facilities, such as fire hydrants, valves and
water taps. They also provide response to customer calls for water breaks
and water pressure problems.
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If you experience problems with pressure or need to
report a water break please call 720-977-6500 between 8am and 5pm or 303-255-7760 after hours.
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Meter Maintenance and Meter Reading personnel provide all services
with regard to water meters. Meter readings are obtained using electronic
devices and electronically transferred into the billing
system. New meter pit inspections and meter installations are provided
for new homes and businesses prior to occupancy. These requests are scheduled
through Utility Billing to ensure all applicable fees are paid. You can contact
Utility Billing
at 303-538-7370
if you have questions about new service or changes in your existing service.
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If you have any questions or concerns about Thornton
water infrastructure, please
email
us or call Utilities Operations at 720-977-6500. You can also visit
our Frequently Asked Questions.
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