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Braselton Public Works Department
Physical Address:
4986 Hwy 53
Braselton, Georgia 30517
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 306
Attention: Public Works Department
Braselton, GA 30517
Utility Bills and Service Requests
Elma Spahic, Water Billing Clerk
706-654-3915 x1010
706-654-3109 (fax)
espahic@braselton.net
After hours emergency phone number:
678.283.0437
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What are the current outdoor water use restrictions?
Outdoor Water Use Information
The State of Georgia has returned to a non-drought schedule for outdoor water use. Under a non-drought schedule, outdoor water use is allowed three days a week on assigned days using odd and even-numbered addresses.
- Odd-numbered addresses can water on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
- Even-numbered and unnumbered addresses are allowed to water on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Water use may occur at any time of the day on the assigned days, but to be water efficient, landscape watering should not occur between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The non-drought schedule is included in the Rules for Outdoor Water Use adopted by the Board of Natural Resources in 2004.
Visit http://www.gaepd.org/Documents/outdoorwater.html for more information.
Why do I have to pay for water when a pipe bursts at my residence?
It is Town of Braselton’s responsibility to provide water to all our customers at the water meter location. We are not responsible for the type or condition of plumbing from the water meter location into private or commercial dwellings.
When do I get my deposit back?
Does it accrue interest while you have it? Each customer, whether residential or commercial, is required to post a surety deposit on each account at the time of initial service. We do not pay interest on deposits held. The deposit is applied to the final bill on the customer’s account. Any surplus is remitted to the customer at that time.
Does the Water System accept “Letters of Credit” from other utilities?
No. Letters of credit from other utilities are subjective documents and are not regulated, nor is there a standard to which they are compared. We believe requiring a cash deposit on water bill accounts reduces losses thereby assuring the lowest rates for all of our customers.
Why are the sewer charges higher than the water charges?
This is primarily due to the cost of building, maintaining, and operating both the sewage collection system and treatment plants capable of removing contaminants in wastewater prior to returning it to lakes and rivers. Our treatment processes meet or exceed all state and federal standards.
I have “blue-poly” pipe from the meter to the house and I had a leak. Where can I find information regarding getting reimbursed for my plumbing cost?
Information can be received by calling 1(800) 356-3496. Eligibility for home assistance varies.
Why are street light charges on my water bill?
Utilizing the Town of Braselton Water System’s existing billing system proved be cost effective; whereas, creating a separate street light billing system would have significantly added costs. The street light funds go to the county’s general fund to pay for utility costs and other maintenance associated with providing this service. For street light repairs/outages, please contact your power company.
If I fill up my pool, do I pay sewer fees for the water used?
Please come by the Utility Billing Office at Town Hall to complete a Request for Adjustment form to be considered for an adjustment.
Thank you for your community support and cooperation as we promote continual wise and conservative water use.
Do I have to notify other utilities that there will be excavation on my property?
Yes. Before proceeding with your excavation, remember to
"Call Before You Dig"!
The phone number is (800) 282-7411, or (770) 623-4344 in the Atlanta area. You may also log onto the Georgia Utilities Protection Center website at
www.gaupc.com for more information.
Customer Deposits
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| Water |
Inside Town |
Outside Town |
| 3/4 Inch Meter |
$65.00 |
$75.00 |
| 1 Inch Meter |
$120.00 |
$130.00 |
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| Sewer |
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| 3/4 Inch Meter |
$70.00 |
N/A |
| 1 Inch Meter |
$140.00 |
N/A |
You may mail a check with the application or the
deposit can be added to your first month's bill.
Water Tap, Connection and Administrative Fees
(Inside and Outside the Town Limits):
| Meter Size |
Meter Fee |
Connection Fee |
Admn. Fee |
Total** |
Tap Fee** |
| 3/4 Inch |
$185.00 |
$1,430.00 |
$35 |
$1,650.00 |
$595.00 |
| 1 Inch |
$245.00 |
$2,390.00 |
$35 |
$2,670.00 |
$685.00 |
| 2 Inch |
$480.00 |
$7,620.00 |
$35 |
$8,135.00 |
$1,815.00 |
| 3 Inch |
* |
$15,260.00 |
$35 |
* |
* |
| 4 Inch |
* |
$23,840.00 |
$35 |
* |
* |
| 6 Inch |
* |
$47,660.00 |
$35 |
* |
* |
| 8 Inch |
* |
$76,260.00 |
$35 |
* |
* |
*Tap fee/meter (if installed by the Town) to be based on actual cost of materials, labor, etc. at the time of installation
**Totals could vary depending upon the amount of services provided by the city. Tap Fees are added to the total if the Town actually performs the tap.
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Volumetric Water Rates
| Volume |
Rates |
Effective July 1st 2009 |
| 0-2,000 gallons |
Minimum |
Minimum |
| 2,001-5,000 gallons |
$3.97 per 1,000 gallons |
$4.17 per 1,000 gallons |
| 5,001-10,000 gallons |
$4.52 per 1,000 gallons |
$4.75 per 1,000 gallons |
| > 10,000 gallons |
$4.74 per 1,000 gallons |
$4.98 per 1,000 gallons |
Minimum (Cost of Service) Water Rates Inside Town Limits (Includes 0-2,000 gallons)
| Meter Size |
Fees |
Fees Effective July 1st 2009 |
| 3/4 Inch |
$13.23 minimum |
$13.89 minimum |
| 1 Inch |
$22.05 minimum |
$23.15 minimum |
| 1 1/4 Inch & 1 1/2 Inch |
$44.10 minimum |
$46.31 minimum |
| 2 Inch |
$71.66 minimum |
$75.25 minimum |
| 3 Inch |
$137.81 minimum |
$144.70 minimum |
| 4 Inch |
$220.50 minimum |
$231.53 minimum |
| 6 Inch |
$441.00 minimum |
$463.05 minimum |
| 8 Inch |
$705.60 minimum |
$740.88 minimum |
| 10 Inch |
$1,494.99 minimum |
$1,569.74 minimum |
Minimum Water Charges Outside Town Limit
| Meter Size |
Fees |
Effective July 1st 2009 |
| 3/4 Inch |
$19.85 minimum |
$20.84 minimum |
| 1 Inch |
$33.08 minimum |
$34.73 minimum |
| 1 1/4 Inch & 1 1/2 Inch |
$66.15 minimum |
$69.46 minimum |
| 2 Inch |
$107.49 minimum |
$112.87 minimum |
| 3 Inch |
$206.72 minimum |
$217.05 minimum |
| 4 Inch |
$330.75 minimum |
$347.29 minimum |
| 6 Inch |
$661.50 minimum |
$694.58 minimum |
| 8 Inch |
$1058.40 minimum |
$1,111.32 minimum |
| 10 Inch |
$2,242.49 minimum |
$2,354.61 minimum |
Reuse Fees
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Effective July 1st 2009 |
| 0-2,000 gallons |
$6.62 minimum fee |
$6.62 minimum fee |
| Over 2,000 gallons |
$1.10 per thousand |
$1.10 per thousand |
Residential Sewer Rates
| Volume |
Fee |
Effective July 1st 2009 |
| First 2,000 gallons |
$12.13 Minimum * |
$12.73 Minimum |
| 2,001-5,000 gallons |
$4.41 per 1,000 gallons |
$4.63 per 1,000 gallons |
| 5,001 and above |
$4.85 per 1,000 gallons |
$5.09 per 1,000 gallons |
| NOTE: Add $2.32 to minimum charge for customers
on Braselton sewer system but not Braselton water system. Also remember
for multi-unit development (both water and sewer) minimums are generally
determined by multiply the number of units times the .75 inch minimum or
from the applicable water or sewer minimum table, whichever is GREATER.
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Commercial Sewer Rates
| Volume |
Fee |
Fees Effective July 1st 2009 |
| First 2,000 gallons |
Minimum |
Minimum |
| 2,001-5,000 gallons |
$4.96 per 1,000 gallons |
$5.21 per 1,000 gallons |
| 5,001 and above |
$5.46 per 1,000 gallons |
$5.73 per 1,000 gallons |
Commercial Sewer Rates
(Minimum 0-2,000 gallons)
Meter Size
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Ratio
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Minimum Sewer Fee
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Minimum Sewer Fees
Effective July 1st 2009 |
| 3/4 Inch |
1.00 |
$13.78 minimum |
$14.47 minimum |
| 1 Inch |
1.33 |
$18.74 minimum |
$19.68 minimum |
| 1 1/4 Inch & 1 1/2 Inch |
2.00 |
$27.56 minimum |
$28.94 minimum |
| 2 Inch |
2.67 |
$37.49 minimum |
$39.36 minimum |
| 3 Inch |
4.00 |
$55.13 minimum |
$57.88 minimum |
| 4 Inch |
5.33 |
$73.87 minimum |
$77.56 minimum |
| 6 Inch |
8.00 |
$110.25 minimum |
$115.76 minimum |
| 8 Inch |
10.67 |
$146.63 minimum |
$153.96 minimum |
| 10 Inch |
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$184.12 minimum |
$193.32 minimum |
* For multi-unit commercial developments, and other similar developments not served by individual water meters, the minimum monthly sewer charge shall be determined by multiplying the number of individual units served by the $12.50 minimum or from the schedule above, whichever is greater.
How to build a new Development:
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Water Quality Report:
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