Water News

With record cold temperatures in Juneau, many residents are taking measures to prevent their pipes from freezing by continuously running water from their home taps. While this is an important precautionary measure, if not done correctly, it can have unintended consequences and even overtax the CBJ water supply. Accordingly, the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Utilities Division is asking…

With the cold setting in, CBJ Utilities division shares how to defrost any frozen pipes you might have.  Locate the frozen section Check unheated areas: basements, crawl spaces, garages, and exterior walls. The most likely frozen place is where your water line exits the ground to enter the home. Look for pipes that are very cold to the touch or…

The City & Borough of Juneau Utilities Division identified a water main break in the area of Ridge Way and Blackerby Street above Twin Lakes. Water has been shut off to approximately 20 homes in the area. Crews are on site to conduct necessary repairs to the aged utility infrastructure and restore water service as quickly as possible. CBJ will…

Residents can expect a temporary water shut-off in the area along Glacier Highway between Craig Street and Hooter Lane on Thursday, October 9 starting at 10 a.m. and lasting for 30 – 60 minutes. The shut off will also impact the area including the Juneau Pioneer Home. The shut-off is necessary for the City & Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Utilities…

Water service to streets in the area of Glacier Spur Road will be shut off from 9 a.m. to Noon on Friday, July 18, 2025.  The brief outage is needed to connect the new upgraded waterline on Eyelet Court to the water main on Glacier Spur Road. The shut off will affect residents on Eyelet Court, residents on all streets…

With freezing temperatures forecast in the coming days, now is a critical time to take important preventive steps to keep your water pipes from freezing. Water pipes that are not properly insulated or maintained are at risk of freezing and/or bursting—an event that could leave you without running water as well as cause flooding and damage to your home or…