Austin Water Programs

Austin Water regulates all liquid waste haulers operating within the City of Austin's jurisdiction in accordance with City Code.

Austin Water is piloting an integrated on-site blackwater reuse facility at the City of Austin's Permitting and Development Center (PDC) to advance decentralized reuse goals in Austin Water's 100-year Water Forward Plan.

Austin Water's smart metering program allows customers to access water use data, sign up for custom notifications, and receive potential leak alerts.

Austin Water regulates On-Site Sewage Facilities (OSSF), commonly known as septic tanks, within the City of Austin's full jurisdiction and areas annexed for implementing the Health and Safety Code.

The pipes running beneath Austin's streets work hard for you every day, delivering clean water to your tap and safely removing wastewater for treatment.

Wastewater surcharges are charged to businesses that discharge wastewater exceeding normal strength standards.

A Private Lateral (P-Lat) is the wastewater line that connects a building to the City’s wastewater system.

Austin Water is working to expand our city’s recycled water network and save billions of gallons of drinking water every year with the Purple Choice program.

Conserving water extends beyond cost savings. It reduces electricity usage for treatment, minimizes costly system expansions, and secures clean water for future generations.