Austin Water Divisions

The Austin Water Center for Environmental Research at the Hornsby Bend is a partnership formed in 1989 with the University of Texas and Texas A&M University to support urban ecology and sustainability studies for Austin.

Austin Water is here for you. We're ready to answer questions about your bill, respond to your emergency, and help you save money.

Austin Water is committed to conserving our water supply and protecting the natural environment.

Each year, Austin Water assesses the condition of critical water system infrastructure to ensure dependable water service of the highest quality.

Austin Water Pipeline Engineering reviews and permits public and private water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the Austin area. We ensure these developments are compliant, constructible and maintainable.

Conserving water has benefits beyond lowering your bill. Using less water requires less electricity for treatment services, reduces the need for expensive system expansions, and helps to ensure the availability of clean water for generations to come.

We have all the information you need to expand, upgrade or maintain your residential or commercial water system. The Austin Water Development Services Team is ready to assist with water service connections and technical support.

Austin Water's Utility Compliance Services Division (UCSD) administers six programs that protect public health and safety, reduce pollution, and minimize both waste and liability.

Austin Water Utility Development Services (UDS) ]consists of several programs that assist developers and landowners in obtaining water, reclaimed and wastewater service for existing and future development.  Appointment Required for Utility Developm