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A healthy system requires modernized sewer conveyance that can handle increasing flows, while reducing the risk of overflows and failures. This makes it possible to keep the entire system, from collection through treatment, operating safely and compliantly as the community evolves.

Butner, NC. December 15, 2025 - The South Granville Water and Sewer Authority announced that the Filter Media Replacement Program is currently underway at the Water Treatment Plant. This project is part of a phased program to strengthen reliability, support continual improvement, and protect water quality for Granville County residents. What is filter media? Filter media is the layered granular material inside SGWASA’s water treatment filters that water passes through to re

The South Granville Water and Sewer Authority is responding to report of a water main break at the 200 block of East Church Street in Creedmoor, North Carolina. Utility crews are actively working to assess the situation and complete necessary repairs.

The South Granville Water and Sewer Authority will operate on a delayed schedule due to forecasted winter weather conditions. On Tuesday, December 11th, the Welcome Center will open at 11:30 am. This adjustment is being made out of an abundance of caution for both customers and staff as snow and potentially hazardous travel conditions are expected in the area.

A water main break has been reported on C Street near 8th Street in Butner, North Carolina. SGWASA crews are on site assessing the extent of the damage and determining the repairs needed to restore normal service as quickly and safely as possible.

SGWASA is closely monitoring the approaching winter storm and preparing for potential impacts on our operations. Customer and staff safety remains a top priority. Due to the forecast of inclement weather, our offices, including the Welcome Center, will open at 11:00 am on Friday, December 5, 2025.

SGWASA has successfully secured $41 million in grant funding, with an additional $83.5 million in applications under review for current projects. The Authority is taking a proactive approach in pursuing external funding to reduce ratepayer impact and advance system improvements.

The I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project is one of the region’s most significant wastewater infrastructure investments and progress continues on schedule. During the November 18th progress meeting, project partners reviewed construction milestones, coordination efforts, and upcoming activities designed to strengthen system reliability, expand capacity, and support long-term growth across the service area.

SGWASA offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November 28th, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Normal operations will resume on Monday, December 1st.

SGWASA’s Board of Directors is committed to ensuring that the community is aware of the support resources available during times of need. Recently, the federal government shutdown resulted in pay interruptions for many SGWASA customers employed by federal agencies, prompting a review of assistance options within the region.

Today, as we approach Veterans Day on November 11th, our focus turns to those who have truly kept our nation and communities strong: our veterans and active duty service members.

The meeting will be held in the Town of Butner Council Room, located at 415 Central Avenue, Butner, North Carolina. The public is invited to attend the meeting in person. For those unable to attend, the agenda is available for viewing online by clicking here.

Repairs to the water main break in the 300 block of Main Street in Creedmoor, North Carolina have been successfully completed. Water service has been fully restored to all affected customers. SGWASA crews are working to restore service as safely and efficiently as possible. Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.

Crews are actively responding to multiple water main breaks affecting service in Butner, North Carolina. While repairs are underway for the apartment line break on West C Street, crews are also addressing an additional valve-related break near the 300 block of 16th Street.

Utility crews have been notified of an unexpected repair required at the 503 Apartments on West C Street in Butner, North Carolina. To safely accommodate this repair, water service must be temporarily shut off along the entire length of West C Street.

Utility crews are responding to reports of a water main break near 304 W. E Street in Butner, North Carolina. Residents along West E Street and the 600 block may currently experience low or no water pressure as repair efforts are underway.

Late last evening, a vehicle struck a fire hydrant, causing damage to the connected water line leading back to the main on East E Street in Butner, NC. SGWASA crews promptly responded and completed an emergency repair by installing a straight pipe to maintain system integrity.

Haren Construction representatives reported completing concrete and rebar installations at both the Joe Peed and East Middleton Lift Stations wet well structures. Specifically, the lower influent channel walls and the lower and upper wet well walls were completed at the Joe Peed Lift Station.