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Answers to frequent questions about water service & use in Baltimore County, MD

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Report Water Main Breaks or Leaks

Although you live in Baltimore County, the authority and responsibility for your water service lies with the Baltimore City Department of Public Works. They provide water service to the Metropolitan District area including Baltimore County. To report water main breaks or leaks call 311 or 410-396-5352. Their web site provides detailed information about the following topics: 

Water Saving Tips for Homeowners

Do you know how much water you use every day? You'd be surprised! Before you can start saving water, you have to know how much you're using doing common, everyday activities. Each of us uses fifty gallons of water each day. Learn how to save with these water conservation tips, and additional information from ).

Water Saving Tips for Commercial Businesses
Provided by Maryland Department of the Environment - (MDE)

Fire Hydrant Use

The use of fire hydrants is restricted to those who have obtained a permits only. Special water meters are issued to commercial users. See Bureau of Utilities for program details and permit application form. You may also download the Fire Hydrant Connection Permit (PDF).

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Revised March 8, 2010


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