Water System
The City of Grand Rapids is a regional provider of water to municipalities in Kent and Ottawa counties. We serve a population of approximately 280,000. We cover a service area of 137 square miles.
Mission
To protect life and property by providing high-quality water services in an environmentally safe and efficient manner.
Vision
We will be an equitable, engaged partner in water quality and community health that enhances the regional economy while providing a superior customer experience.
FY2027
Clean Water State Revolving Fund
The City of Grand Rapids (City) is preparing this Project Planning Document to obtain a Fiscal Year 2027 Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) loan from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for construction of sewer separation improvements in Godfrey Avenue. The City provides sanitary sewer service within the Grand Rapids Metropolitan Area which includes a number of individual municipalities. However, this project will occur entirely within the City limits.
The proposed project involves completion of sewer separation in Godfrey Avenue from the Grand River to Oxford Street (approximately 3,000 feet). A new large diameter storm sewer will be installed to route rainfall runoff to the Grand River rather than the Water Resources Recovery Facility (treatment plant). A new sanitary sewer will replace an aged 60-inch combined sewer. Upon completion, 184 acres will be separated for drainage. The project will also replace aged water mains, curb, pavement and sidewalk.
The total estimated CWSRF eligible construction cost for this project is $20,700,000. The City is seeking a $20,700,000 CWSRF loan for funding this critical project. Non-eligible costs associated with replacement of aged watermains or other underground utilities (estimated at $7,300,000) are not included in these amounts.
The City is seeking Quarter 3.0 financing with anticipated loan closing in August 2027 and substantial completion expected by December 2029.
From March 20, 2026 to April 7, 2026, a copy of the draft Project Planning Document will be available for public review on the City’s website. Download a copy using the button below.
FY27 Clean Water State Revolving Fund Project Planning Document
Be a Hydrant Hero!
Help keep fire hydrants clear of snow, ice, and overgrown grass.
Each winter, snow-covered hydrants can slow firefighters’ ability to connect to a water source. Those lost seconds spent locating and clearing a hydrant can make a critical difference during an emergency.
By working together, we can help keep our neighborhoods safe.
Protect the Source!
We care about our surface water. That's why we follow federal requirements set out to keep you and our environment safe. Learn more about our Source Water Assessment and Protection Program (SWAP) that assesses all public drinking water sources for the Grand Rapids Water System.
Contact the Grand Rapids Water System
Phone
311 or 616-456-3000
Fax
616-456-4466
Email
water@grcity.us
Location
City Hall
300 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
