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Important Water Quality Update: Elevated Iron and Manganese Levels
Recent routine water quality testing in the SGWASA/Creedmoor service area has identified elevated levels of iron and manganese in some locations. These minerals are naturally occurring and commonly found in groundwater, but elevated concentrations can affect the taste, color, and appearance of your water.
Jun 3, 2025


SGWASA FY25–26 Proposed Budget: No Rate Increase
The South Granville Water and Sewer Authority released the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025–2026. The full document is available for...
May 30, 2025


Bid Opening for I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project – Construction Package 2
As only one bid was received by the submission deadline, and per procurement requirements mandating a minimum of three bids, the team did not proceed with the formal opening.
May 23, 2025


Planned Service Notice
In the next phase of the project, the contractor will perform three new waterline connections to the existing mainline along Highway 56.
The first tie-in is scheduled for 7:00 AM on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. This portion of the work, indicated in red on the associated map or notice, may result in a temporary drop in water pressure for some customers in the surrounding area.
May 23, 2025


Memorial Day Observance
South Granville Water and Sewer Authority (SGWASA) offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day. This federal holiday is a time to honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
May 22, 2025


I-85 SSI Progress Meeting
At the May 20th progress meeting, CDM Smith representative Bill Mason led with team updates and formally introduced Greg Hoch as the new Resident Project Representative (RPR) for Construction Package 1 (CP1) of the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project. Jackie Jackson, the initial RPR for CP1, will transition to support Construction Package 2 (CP2) as the RPR once that phase begins.
May 20, 2025


National Public Works Week
At the May 13, 2025 Board Meeting, the South Granville Water & Sewer Authority Board of Directors formally recognized National Public Works Week, an annual observance that honors the essential services public works professionals provide to communities across the nation.
May 19, 2025


Managing Phosphorus for Better Water Quality
SGWASA has worked collaboratively with Enviromix over the past several years to evaluate and improve key water and wastewater treatment technologies. This partnership included a case study at the SGWASA Wastewater Treatment Plant that focused on Enhanced Biological Phosphorus Removal (EBPR). This process has been shown to target phosphorus more efficiently.
May 19, 2025


Service Notice: Temporary Bypass Operation at Mangum Farms Pump Station
Update: 2:22 PM The Mangum Farms Pump Station has returned to normal operational status, including associated noise levels while crews...
May 19, 2025


I-85 SSI Project - Controlled Blasting
On Thursday, May 15, Carolina Drilling will return to the Joe Peed Lift Station site to lay out and drill a precision blasting grid. Detonation of this grid is expected to occur in the late afternoon, pending favorable conditions.
May 14, 2025


Scheduled System Maintenance
A Tyler Technologies system update will begin at approximately 5:00 PM today, Wednesday, May 14, 2025. The service update will last for an approximate 2-3 hours. The customer payment portal will be temporarily unavailable during this time.
May 14, 2025


SGWASA News Feature
A recent Triangle Business Journal article highlighted the critical role of water and sewer infrastructure in supporting the natural rate of growth in the Southern Granville County region, featuring the progress underway in southern Granville County. SGWASA is committed to addressing these needs with the SGWASA's I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement project.
May 12, 2025


Rescind Notice
Emergency repairs on 5/6/25 at 2029 East Lyons Station Rd, caused SGWASA water customers to experience a period of no pressure in the water distribution system from the repair.
May 12, 2025


System Pressure Advisory
Utility crews conducted an emergency water main repair reported near the 2000 block of East Lyon Station Road in Creedmoor, NC.
May 6, 2025


Repairs Scheduled for Monday on East Lyon Station Road
Utility crews scheduled water main repairs for Monday along East Lyon Station Road, between West Middleton Drive and Massimo Drive. The work follows a recently reported leak in the area, and timely repairs are necessary to maintain system reliability and prevent further issues.
May 3, 2025


I-85 SSI Project Pre-Bid Conference
Butner, NC. May 1, 2025 - On May 1, 2025, the South Granville Water & Sewer Authority and CDM Smith, held a mandatory Pre-Bid Conference...
May 1, 2025


Planned Service Notice
As part of an NCDOT project on Highway 56, a contractor will be performing a water main relocation in two locations along West Lyon Station Road. This work is scheduled to begin at 10:30 PM on Thursday, May 1, 2025, and is expected to take approximately 4 to 6 hours to complete.
Apr 29, 2025


Finance Committee Meeting
The South Granville Water & Sewer Authority held Finance Committee meetings on April 11th and April 25th, 2025. The Finance Committee discussed several key items in preparation for the upcoming fiscal year.
Apr 29, 2025


Notice of Public Hearing
The SGWASA Board of Directors will hold the Public Hearing during the regular Board of Directors meeting on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. The meeting will start at 6:00 pm and is located at the Butner Town Hall Council Room, 415 Central Avenue in Butner, NC 27509.
Apr 28, 2025


Water Quality Concern?
If you are experiencing any concerns with your water quality, we encourage you to complete the Water Quality Questionnaire Form,
Apr 28, 2025
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