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Reclaimed Water
What is Reclaimed Water?
Reclaimed water is wastewater that has undergone advanced tertiary treatment and meets state water quality rules. Uses for reclaimed water include irrigation, manufacturing processes, industrial cooling, street washing and dust control at construction sites, etc. For additional information, please see our list of Frequently Asked Questions about Reclaimed Water.
The level of treatment of reclaimed water makes it acceptable for the following uses:
- Irrigation of public and private landscapes and turf
- Dust control for construction
- Soil compaction for construction
- Non-potable processes such as concrete production and cooling water
- Industrial and commercial toilet flush and fire prevention systems where there are separate, non-potable plumbing lines
- Decorative ponds and fountains
- Street sweeping (not street cleaning)
- Vehicle washing
- Sewer cleaning (not washing)
- Fire fighting and fire extinguishing (users must meet Public Water Supply requirements)
- Make-up water for brine slurry (applied to roads to prevent freezing)
- Make-up water for preparation of pesticide solutions
How Can I Use It?
The City of Durham makes reclaimed water available at no charge, under conditions of our state permit, to customers who take at least 250 gallons directly from the North Durham Water Reclamation Facility.
The bulk reclaimed water project reduces the amount of drinking water that is used for non domestic purposes. While clean and safe for many uses, the law requires certain precautions for human contact.
Only customers that have completed the required training may obtain permits for bulk reclaimed water from the North Durham Water Reclamation Facility. If you are interested in obtaining a permit, please see the training schedule below. You may register for training online or by submitting a completed registration form.
See a list of businesses that are certified to use reclaimed water.
Training Schedule and Registration
To register for one of the classes below, please complete the registration form and fax it to 560-4648 or complete the online registration form. Classes are limited to 20 students and are removed from this list when filled.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2011 | 1 p.m. | North Durham Water Reclamation Facility |
| June 22, 2011 | 10 a.m. | North Durham Water Reclamation Facility |
| September 28, 2011 | 10 a.m. | North Durham Water Reclamation Facility |
| Click for registration form or register online. | ||
Hours of Operation
The Bulk Fill station is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed on holidays).
Map and Directions to North Durham Water Reclamation Facility
Contact
John Dodson
Superintendent
North Durham Water Reclamation Facililty
City of Durham Water Management
1900 E. Club Blvd.
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-4384
john.dodson@durhamnc.gov