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:
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Routine inspection of all water and wastewater facilities
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Perform chemical testing at different points of the wastewater process
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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
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Our Maintenance crew maintains and ensures that all of our lines
(110 miles) are free of obstructions and promptly respond to all customer
complaints
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Perform all necessary tests to ensure safety of the water distributed to our
customers
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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:
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Maintain over 6,200 water and sewer accounts
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Disburse over $7.2 million for operational expenses and over $10.0 million
for construction
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Comply with federal and state mandates regarded OSHA, ADA, wage
rates, etc
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Prepare financial reports and budget reports that are submitted to the
State Auditors
Contact
Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm
Phone:
(440) 279-1970
(440) 285-2222 ext. 1970
(440) 834-1856 ext. 1970
Fax:
(440) 285-9549
Address:
470 Center Street, Building #3
Chardon, Ohio 44024
Business Questions:
info@gcdwr.org
Billing Questions:
billing@gcdwr.org
Director: Steven Oluic, PhD
This department reports to the County Commissioners
James W. Dvorak, Timothy C. Lennon, Ralph Spidalieri
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.
Location of Water/Sewer Lines:
Dial 811
Pay Your Bill
If you wish to make a payment
online with a credit card or an
E Check, Please only enter the
11 digit account number
(NO DASH), click on the pay
now button
*There is a fee for this service
Department Rules & Regulations
Please click below to view the Department of Water Resources Rules &
Regulations.
Updated 01-26-2021
GCDWR Customer Service Counter is Open
Effective 8-24-2020
In order to pay bills, pick up sample bottles, submit applications, request documents, etc.
the customer service desk is now open Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Checks, Credit Cards, and exact cash payments only. No change can be made at this time.
Please - Only one customer/person is permitted in the customer foyer at a time.
For instruction on how to purchase and drop off samples please select
If you have any other questions, please call 440-279-1970 or email info@gcdwr.org
This public utility is an equal
opportunity provider.
Your payment will be returned
if no account number is
provided.
Berkshire Hts - Chardon TWP WWTP & Sewer Project
Fee Increase - In 2017, the Board of County Commissioners
approved water and sewer rate fee increases for 2017 through
2023. These gradual fee increases are necessary to address
aging and/or failing facilities, equipment, and the increasing
costs of operating the water and wastewater facilities and lines.
