This year’s FALL flush will begin on Sunday, September 14, 2025 and will run through Friday, September 19, 2025.And again, on Sunday, September 21, 2025 through Friday, September 26, 2025. Crews will flush and flow test fire hydrants between the hours of 11 pm – 6 am.
*Rain could potentially affect the planned completion dates and force us to move our flush dates to the following week.
As a necessary part of our semi-annual system maintenance program, Elizabethtown Area Water Authority flushes the water system, so we can continue to provide you with high-quality water service.
Flushing is done in the spring and fall to remove sediment, which has settled in the pipes and collects during the year. While the crews are flushing the system, your water service will not be interrupted. However, you may notice a temporary drop in water pressure or discolored water, which is normal. If the water is discolored, customers should let the water run until it is clear.
Follow these tips while the water system is being flushed:
- Avoid running tap water, flushing toilets, using the washing machine or the dishwasher while the flushing is being done.
- Check for discolored water before using either the washing machine or dishwasher and wait until your water runs clear before using either. If laundry becomes stained from the water, rewash the clothes right away using detergent and a rust remover.
- The discoloration in the water may last a few hours, but it does not affect water quality.
- If the water pressure or water volume is low, check the faucet screens for any trapped particles.
Elizabethtown Area Water Authority
211 W. Hummelstown St. Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Pay Bill
The 7-Digit water account number and CID# (customer identification number) are required to pay your bill online, as shown on the bill example. Click on blue “PAY BILL” button above or the green “PAY BILL” icon on our home page to pay your bill with an option of QUICK PAY or REGISTER. By registering, you will create a customer portal that only you have access to. This portal gives you access to viewing your bill, your payment history, and your water usage. When you finish registering your account, you will be asked to accept a verification email. This is important – once you verify your email, you will use your email address as your user name to access the account in the future.
Should you require assistance with the payment site, please contact the office at 717-
PAYMENT OPTIONS
- Pay by cash, check, or money order. Payments made by check or money order may be placed in our drop box located under the flag pole near the front entrance 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Cash payments can only be made at our office window.
- Pay by ACH Bank Draft Payments. Your quarterly water bill charge will be deducted automatically from the checking or savings account you designate a week prior to the due date of your bill at no additional charge. If interested in this option, please contact our office.
- Pay by electronic check . Enter your 9-
digit routing number along with your bank account number located at the bottom of your check (example shown below).
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