Water News

Beginning the week of September 1, 2026, the City and Borough of Juneau Water Utility will begin flushing the water distribution system. Work is scheduled to begin in Douglas, then moving downtown and working north to the hospital, the Lemon Creek area, the Valley, Auke Bay and the Tee Harbor area, in that order. Work will occur between 8:00 AM…

The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) is pleased to share the positive results found in this year’s annual water quality report. The report, which assesses Juneau’s drinking water sources, is available to the public each year. Highlights from the 2025 water quality report include:   Juneau’s treated drinking water, sourced from the Last Chance Basin wellfield and the Salmon Creek Reservoir, met all state and federal public health standards. After comprehensive monitoring, no…

Starting today, July 1, the water and sewer utility rate will increase by 5 percent. Utility users should expect changes to their billing statements and all manual Bill-Pay customers will need to update their accounts to reflect the new rates. AutoPay users will have their payments automatically updated and will not need to take action. Find more information on how to pay for utilities on the…

The City and Borough of Juneau Assembly approved increases to both water and sewer utility rates in June 2025. The 5 percent utility rate increase will go into effect on July 1, 2026. New rates can be found on the water and wastewater rates webpage.   Utility users should expect changes to their billing statements. All manual Bill-Pay customers will need to update their accounts to reflect the new…

After a record-breaking snowfall this weekend and an upcoming forecast of rain, City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) crews are working overtime to ensure the safety of Juneau residents. CBJ is asking for help from Juneau residents to help keep the roads safe and support emergency services by clearing snow from nearby fire hydrants and storm drains in your neighborhood.…

UPDATE (December 29, 2025, 11:33 a.m.): The boil water advisory issued to properties impacted by the December 25 watermain break near lower Industrial Boulevard between Crazy Horse Drive and Maier Drive has has been cancelled. City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Utility staff notified impacted properties of the watermain break and subsequent boil water advisory on December 26, and sent…