Water Department

Emergency: 774-203-1854

City of Attleboro Drought Update September 19, 2022

Documents

  1. Residential Pamphlet (PDF)
  2. PFAS Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
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  1. Who do I call for a water billing problem?
  2. Why is my water bill increasing?
  3. How can I determine if I have a water leak?
  4. Is my water safe to drink?
  5. Is there bacteria in the water?
  6. Should I have my water tested?
  7. Is lead a problem in my water?
  1. How much sodium is in my water?
  2. Is my water hard or soft?
  3. What chemicals are added to the water?
  4. Why is fluoride added to the water?
  5. What can I do to conserve water?
  6. What is the typical water pressure in Attleboro?
  7. I am experiencing water at my home of lower quality than expected. What do I do?
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Quick Facts About Water Service in Attleboro

  • 252 miles of water mains
  • 3.50 million gallons of water pumped per day in winter
  • 6.75 million gallons of water pumped per day in summer
  • Daily temperatures recorded December 1939 to present
  • First rain gauge used in 1895
  • Monthly and daily precipitation totals maintained from November 1937 to present
  • Most rain in 24 hours period of 6.25 inches recorded in October 15, 2005
  • Most rain in 48 hours period of 7.27 inches recorded on October 14-15, 2005
  • Most rain in 72 hours period of 8.06 inches recorded on October 14-16, 2005
  • Official state weather observer in 1896
  • Over 1800 fire hydrants
  • Over 13,000 Accounts

  • Seasonal snow high recorded of 106.5 inches in 1995-1996
  • Seasonal snow low recorded of 10 inches in 1979-1980
  • Serves a population of 43,000
  • Yearly precipitation totals maintained from 1901 to present
  • Lowest recorded temperature of -28 degrees occurred January 11, 1942
  • Highest recorded temperature of 103 degrees occurred July 6, 2010 and July 15, 1995
  • Highest monthly rainfall of 15.35 inches recorded in October 2005
  • Lowest monthly rainfall of .1 inches recorded in June 1949
  • Highest yearly rainfall total of 65.98 inches recorded in 1972
  • Lowest yearly rainfall total of 27.63 inches recorded in 1965
  • Most snow in 24 hour period recorded February 6, 1978 of 26 inches
  • Most snow in 48 hour period recorded February 6-7, 1978 of 34 inches