Bureau of Utilities
The Bureau of Utilities is made up of the following divisions, which serve the public:
Construction & Repair Division
Sewer, Water and Storm Drain - This division provides labor and equipment to repair sewer pipelines and all portions of the storm drain system which are below grade. They also support Baltimore City Public Works repair crews in the repair of broken water mains and valves.
Pipeline Maintenance Division
This division is responsible for inspecting and maintaining the gravity sewer collection system and for inspection and cleaning of storm drain inlet boxes and drain pipes. The Division also responds to emergency calls to replace manhole covers, relieve sewer backups and overflowing manholes. Pipeline Inspection utilizes closed circuit television, smoke testing, dye testing as well as visual inspection techniques. Maintenance includes the use of cleaning equipment to clear blockages and debris from sewers and storm drain pipes.
Pumping & Treatment Division
This division is responsible for the operation and maintenance of 224 pumps located at 107 sewage pumping stations, one community sewage treatment plant, three treatment and water distribution systems, and approximately 2000 grinder pump stations.
Engineering & Regulation Division
This division's primary responsibilities as the delegated authority by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) through the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) is to manage and effectively enforce the Wastewater Monitoring and Analysis Program through permitting, monitoring and analysis of wastewater from industrial and commercial customers.
Contact Us
Bureau of Utilities
11112 Gilroy Road, Suite 104
Hunt Valley, MD 21031
William H. Frankenfield, Chief
E-mail utilities@baltimorecountymd.gov
Phone 410-887-1836
Fax 410-887-1832
TTY Users - Maryland Relay 1-800-735-2258
Revised October 4, 2011
