Public Works Services

Water Tap Charges:

• $250.00 for 3/4 inch service
• $450.00 for 1 inch service
• $650.00 for greater than 1 inch service
• The consumer is responsible for the crossing of a service line cost on a Hwy/road. The Township will contribute $250.00 towards such expenses.
• All water service lines must be of approved size and materials. Contact the Public works before installation.
• Any galvanized water service line needed to be replaced by October 30, 2008 to comply with Crystal Falls Townships Water Ordinance.

 

Water Meter Service:

• In the event a water meter fails to register properly, the water superintendent is empowered to estimate the quantity of water used based on former consumption and the Township shall charge any consumer accordingly.

• Any consumer can desire to have his/her water meter tested, he/she shall deposit with the water superintendent a fee as determined by the Township. The fee will be returned if it is determined the meter is at fault. A meter that produces an annoying noise will be repaired by the Dept. of Public Works at no expense to the consumer.

Sewer Tap Charges:

• A basic sewer tap/connection fee is  $450.00

Private Repairs:

• In the event of an emergency, all work performed by the Dept. of Public Works (beyond the curb stop or right of way of a service line or sewer lateral) shall be at the rate of $30.00 per hour for each township employee and $60.00 per hour for backhoe/excavator along with material charges.

Crystal Falls Township Department of Public Works

Terry Alexa, Foreman

1384 W. US 2;  P.O. Box 329

Crystal Falls, MI 49920

Phone: (906) 875-3290

Public Works Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.