First Water District in the United States
Help Keep China Lake Clean
| China Lake is a precious resource for the Central Maine community. Not only is a great recreational spot and a habitat for wildlife, it’s also the drinking water source for the Greater Waterville area. Please click the video or head over to the Water Quality section of our website to find out more about China Lake and what you can do to help keep it clean. |
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The Kennebec Water District has used China Lake as its source of supply since 1905. China lake, covering an area of 6.1 square miles and a maximum depth of 85 feet, holds about 31.7 billion gallons of fresh water at any given time and provides more than enough capacity year around. The intake is in the West Basin of the lake which is largely undeveloped due to the Kennebec Water District’s management of these lands for over 100 years. Click below to find out more.
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Wondering how to pay your bill or what to do if you have dirty water? Please head over to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page for more information. If you think there's something that should be on the FAQ that you don't see there now please let us know.
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#FunFact: Coincidentally, both the human brain and living trees are made up of 75% water!
Cold weather is right around the corner! Take the time to insulate any exposed water pipes around the exterior of your home before freezing temperatures roll in. Pipes feeding outdoor faucets or running through garages may be at risk of damage in freezing temperatures. Utilize insulation tubes and heat tape where needed!
Teachers and parents can make learning about water fun with this simple match game designed for kids! After every match, the player will learn a new water related fact! wateruseitwisely.com/tip-tank-game/
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