Water Departments in Washington County, Maryland

Water service in Washington County may be provided by the county water authority, individual municipal water departments, or rural water districts, depending on where a property is located. There are 2 Water Departments locations in Washington County, Maryland.

Property owners in Washington County who are connecting a new building to public water or requesting a new meter installation should contact the applicable water department well in advance, as permit review, inspection scheduling, and tap fee collection may take several weeks before service can begin.

Residents of Washington County who rely on private wells rather than a public water system should contact the county health department for information about voluntary testing programs. The county water department can advise on whether extending public water service to a private-well property is feasible in your area.

You may also find Water Departments locations in neighboring counties including Washington, Frederick.