2026 Water District Fees & Charges
The following fees and charges apply to services, projects, and work performed by the District during 2026.
Service Fees
After-Hours Call-Out: $100.00
Customers are encouraged to schedule services during regular business hours whenever possible.
Water Shutoff / Turn-On: $75.00
Water Connection Fee: $9,000.00
Please refer to the Water Connection Chart on the District’s website or contact the District office for additional information.
Water Tapping Fee: $500.00 per 1-inch tap
This fee may apply to installations such as street valves for multifamily developments, new fire hydrants, and other similar connections or improvements.
Project and Construction Charges
District Engineering Costs:
Any engineering costs incurred by the District in connection with a project will be charged to the project and included on the final invoice.
District Labor: $125.00 per employee per hour
All District staff time associated with a customer or development project will be billed at this rate.
Backhoe and Operator: $275.00 per hour
Additional Project Costs:
Permits, asphalt, traffic control, gravel, sand, materials, parts, equipment, and other project-related expenses will be billed on the final invoice.
Payment Requirements:
A 50% deposit is required prior to scheduling a water connection installation. Payment is also required for all known parts prior to ordering.
Payment is accepted by check only. The District does not accept cash or credit cards.
Please contact the District office at (509) 926-4634 if you have questions regarding these fees or if you need assistance determining which charges apply to your project.
Effective September 15, 2026