Water Department

Orange Water Works 1892 signMission Statement

The Town of Orange public water supply, infrastructure and operations belong to and are funded solely by the Orange water users. There is no direct or indirect funding from the Town budget. Since 1892, the Orange Board of Water Commissioners has been charged with the responsibility to maintain the supply of adequate, clean and safe water for the water users of Orange. 

The Water Commissioners are dedicated to the mission of protecting the quality of the water and the continued delivery of water, at a reasonable rate, to the water users of Orange. First and foremost, the Water Commissioners serve the water users and will continue to represent their best interests.

MGO, My Government Online, created by government for governmentOnline Permitting Update

Water Department applications are now being processed online. Apply for a Water Department permit, review, or application.

Water Department General Documents

  1. Backflow Device Installation Application Documents (PDF)
  2. Current Rates and Fees (PDF)
  3. Drinking Water Award (PDF)
  4. Drinking Water Issues Overview (PDF)
  5. How Much Does My Water Cost? (PDF)
  1. Section 6 - Charges (PDF)
  2. September 2022 Rate Change Notice (PDF)
  3. Standard Materials for Water Main Construction 2022 Revisions (PDF)
  4. Typical Residential Water Usage (PDF)

  1. Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants

    Town Meeting is Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 7PM at the Ruth B. Smith Auditorium located on 6 Prospect Street. To view the Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants open the attached files in this news flash. Read on...

  2. Blodgett Street Project

    The Blodgett Street water and sewer project will begin the week of May 8th. Read on...

  3. 2022 Annual Town Report

    The 2022 Annual Town Report publication is now available. Read on...
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