On September 15, Columbus Water Works (CWW) will join more than 300 other water professionals, elected officials, non-profit organizations and water providers across the Nation to raise awareness about the importance of water by recognizing “Imagine a Day without Water”.

Organized by the Value of Water Coalition, the National Education Campaign designated September 15, 2016 as a day to emphasize the important role water plays in our Nation’s public health and economic foundation. It is an opportunity for everyone who cares about safe and reliable water to recognize the importance and value of our most essential resource - water. Through social media and other communication platforms, “Imagine A Day without Water” is promoting conversations on how water is essential, invaluable, and worthy of investment.

Can you “Imagine a Day without Water?”

The intricate system of facilities and pipes, mostly deep underground that move and treat our drinking water is often forgotten. But could you imagine a day without any water - a day without safe, reliable water and wastewater service? A day without water means no water comes out of your tap to brush your teeth. When you flush the toilet, nothing happens. It means firefighters have no water to put out fires, farmers couldn’t water their crops, and doctors couldn’t wash their hands before they treat patients.

The water professionals at the Columbus Water Works recognize the vital role safe and reliable water plays in our community and we use a proactive approach to protect our citizens from facing A day without Water. We have developed a deliberate process, which is applied throughout our organization, to address aging infrastructure maintenance and replacement as well as future planning to accommodate the growing population’s water and wastewater needs.

One major component of this planning process is our Master Plan, which forecasts system needs for 25 years. It is updated every five (5) years, allowing for an accurate plan and funding allocation for current projects. To learn more about our planning process, please visit our website at www.cwwga.org.

“Like” us on Facebook to learn more about the “Imagine a Day without Water” campaign. Click here to get information about the Value of Water Coalition, which is responsible for the national effort to raise awareness regarding the importance of water and its infrastructure.