The primary responsibility of Lake County Public Works is to provide water and sanitary sewer service to widely distributed portions of the county.  We operate and maintain twelve water distribution systems and four sewage treatment plants. If you are unable to find the information you need on these pages, please feel free to call us:

Business hours..........................847.377.7500
After-hours emergencies..........847.336.1611 

           Important News and Alerts

• 2013 Hydrant Flushing Schedule
• Northwest Lake County Lake Michigan Water Supply Project
• 2013 Watermain Replacement - Countryside Manor, Knollwood and Wildwood

Your Water/Sewer Account
Account information for our water and sewer utility customers. Payment options, rates and change-of-address tips.

Permits and Projects
Information for contractors or homeowners planning construction or modification of sewer and water connections within our service areas.  Links to bid contract opportunities.

Water Quality
Water Quality Reports for each of our water distribution systems. Important information about natural elements, additives and contaminants that may be present in drinking water.

Our Services and Service Areas
Not sure who to call?  See maps of our service areas. Learn about our testing and treatment services, grease trap inspection, backflow prevention and more.

About Us
Contact us, report a problem or learn more about our organization, including links to job opportunities.