Utilities
The utilities component of the Public Works Department focuses on the movement of water; providing dependable,
low cost water, wastewater storm drain and sewer maintenance, to the City of Modesto and surrounding communities.
Water Services Division
Provides safe drinking water to the City’s citizens by maintaining wells, piping, fire hydrants and cross-connection
devices throughout the City. Also includes education of the public and school children on water conservation issues.
Water Quality Control (Wastewater) Division
Responsible for maintaining the City’s sanitary sewer system, including the treatment process, the collection of
wastewater and storm drain run off, and assuring safe discharge of treated water returning to the San Joaquin River.
Also includes Environmental Services which is responsible for investigating environmental issues to guarantee the safety of
the City’s storm drain, wastewater and sanitary collection systems.
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