Chardon TWP WWTP Sewer Project Update 08/25/2022
Chardon TWP WWTP Sewer Project Update 08/25/2022
Berkshire Heights Service Connection Process 7/12/22
Updated: 04/14/2023
Our new office is located at 12611 Ravenwood Drive Suite 390 Chardon, Ohio 44024
Important Information
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        GCDWR Updates 

                         Updated 12/15/2022

Sewer Connection Letter - Update Chardon TWP WWTP Sewer Project Update 12/15/2022 Approval Rate Increases 2017 - 2023
Updated 04/14/2023 

Announcements &

What’s New

Updated 3/29/2023

GCDWR is hiring for these positions: Assistant Supervisor Water Systems Engineering Technician Wastewater Plant Operator 1 Water Resources Intern(s)

Welcome!

The Geauga County Department of Water Resources is an organization under  the authority of the Geauga Board of Commissioners.  We are a self supporting  department operating on revenues generated solely from service provided. Our  operations must comply with all applicable Ohio Environmental Protection  Agency's rules and regulations which are based on Federal clean water laws,  as well as Ohio Revised Code chapters 6117 and 6103.  Daily maintenance and operation of our facilities are performed by state  certified operators, supported by state certified laboratory, technicians,  maintenance, administrative, and engineering staff properly trained and  equipped to ensure that all water used and all wastewater treatment is in  compliance with the above mentioned laws. 

What We Do

The following are some of the functions performed by the GCDWR   operators and maintenance crew towards our goal of providing the  best service:  Routine inspection of all water and wastewater facilities Perform chemical testing at different points of the wastewater process Collect samples and transport them to the lab as required by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit issued by the Ohio EPA for each of our facilities Our Maintenance crew maintains and ensures that all of our lines(110 miles) are free of obstructions and promptly respond to all customer complaints Perform all necessary tests to ensure safety of the water distributed to our customers Schedule and perform fire hydrant maintenance and flushing of water lines The following are some of the functions performed by the GCDWR engineers, planning and administrators toward our goal of providing the best service: Maintain over 6,200 water and sewer accounts Disburse over $7.2 million for operational expenses and over $10.0 million for construction Comply with federal and state mandates regarded OSHA, ADA, wage rates, etc Prepare financial reports and budget reports that are submitted to the State Auditors
Department Rules & Regulations Please click below to view the Department of Water Resources Rules & Regulations
Pay Your Bill
This public utility is an equal opportunity provider
Address 12611 Ravenwood Drive, Suite 390 Chardon, Ohio 44024
Phone Numbers Phone: (440) 279-1970 Fax: (440) 285-9549
Questions / Billing info@gcdwr.org billing@gcdwr.org
Hours: Business Hours:  Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Service Counter: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm
Location of Water / Sewer Lines:  Dial 811
Department Rules & Regulations
Geauga County Water Resources
Director: Steven Oluic, PhD This department reports to the County Commissioners James W. Dvorak, Timothy C. Lennon, Ralph Spidalieri
If you are experiencing a Sewer or Water emergency  after office hours, please call: (440) 286-7292 or (877) 902-2359
Please bear with us as we are updating system to help better serve you