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Leaf and Beach Drop Off – 2024
Drop site will be open: Monday, October 28, 2024 – Monday, December 2, 2024. The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District (LLSWD) annual fall leaf drop-off will continue with the same format in 2024, as in 2023. The District has received many positive comments from the community that they appreciated the flexibility to dispose of…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 14-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 14-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Robert and Shelly Leland, 24415 East Tum Tum Drive. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 13-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 13-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Doug and Sharon Matthews, 24407 East Edgewood Drive. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m.,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 12-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 12-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Patrick and Vicki Pearce, 24503 East Tum Tum Drive. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 11-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 11-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Robert and Susan Martin, 24325 Edgewood Drive. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m., September…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 10-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 10-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Mark and Anna Henry, 812 South Neyland Avenue. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m.,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 9-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 9-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Ryan Reding, 1811 South Liberty Drive. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m., August 19th,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 8-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 8-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Robert and Carol Golden, 906 South Neyland Avenue. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m.,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 7-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 7-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Glen and Kim Volyn, 24403 East Edgewood Drive. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m.,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 6-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 6-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Dan and Taylor Holbert, 418 South Neyland Avenue. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m.,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 5-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 5-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Bruce Andre, 816 South Neyland Avenue. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m., July 8th,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 4-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 4-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from David and Mary Workman, 24321 East Edgewood Drive. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m.,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 3-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 3-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Bill and Kara Ames, 932 South Windsong Lane. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m.,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 2-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 2-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Terry and Kris Lavin, 928 South Windsong Lane. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m.,…
Grinder Pump Variance Request 1-24
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEFORGRINDER PUMP VARIANCE REQUEST 1-24 The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has received a Grinder Pump Variance Request from Ronald and Cathy Armacost, 1222 South Starr Lane. The District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review and consider the variance request at their regular Board Meeting at 4:00 p.m.,…
Leaf and Beach Drop Off – 2022
The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District (LLSWD) annual fall leaf drop-off will continue with the same format in 2022, as in 2021. The District has received many positive comments from the community that they appreciated the flexibility to dispose of leaves over a longer period of time – especially when adverse weather makes it…
2022 Aquatic Invasive Plant Treatment
Liberty Lake will be treated with aquatic herbicide between 9/6/22 & 9/16/22. The target date is 9/7/22. Please see the below links for more information. Questions? Please contact LLSWD Environmental Manager – Jeremy Jenkins @ jjenkins@libertylake.org Milfoil/Invasive Plant Management – 2022
New Rates for 2022
The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District is a Special Purpose District owned by our rate payers. We rely solely upon utility rates to cover the cost of the services we provide. Sewer and water utilities are operated as separate enterprises, have different operation and debt service costs, and consequently have different rates. We will…
Newsletter – Fall 2021
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Leaf and Beach 2021
The 2021 annual fall leaf and beach will continue with the same format as last year with some modifications. In 2020 the District received many positive comments from the community that they appreciated the flexibility to dispose of leaves over a longer period of time – especially when adverse weather makes it difficult to address…
Backflow Assembly Testing – Year One
To ensure that the water system is properly protected and that all system users receive safe drinking water, the Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District (LLSWD) requires that all customers (residential, multifamily and commercial) test their backflow assemblies annually. Annual backflow assembly testing is required to ensure proper function of the assembly and protection of…
Spring Backflow Assembly Testing
Spring Backflow Assembly Testing PSA from Idaho Washington Aquifer Collaborative (IWAC)
Billing Matters
Free Bill Pay! Did you know the District offers free online account access and bill payment through Xpress BillPay? Paperless statements are available online by the 10th of the month, and Xpress BillPay’s auto pay option ensures timely payment of your monthly service charges. Visit libertylake.org and select Bill Pay to create a user id…
Save Water with Sprayhead Retrofit
Sprayhead Retrofit PSA from Idaho Washington Aquifer Collaborative (IWAC)
Wellhead Protection – Spokane
The Spokane Aquifer Joint Board (SAJB) https://www.spokaneaquifer.org/about-sajb/ is comprised of twenty-one water purveyors throughout the Spokane area dedicated to providing safe, clean drinking water to your homes, offices and industries every day. Collectively we operate 122 wells, supplying drinking water to more than 500,000 people in the Spokane area. Each purveyor draws water from the…
Newsletter and Email Distribution List
The District’s newly redesigned web-site allows the District to connect with our customers in a number of ways. The heading bar allows the user to quickly find resources and view educational news and events. Our news feed allows us to communicate more effectively with our customers to disseminate news as well as deliver critical emergency…
Water Use Efficiency – Goal Setting 2021-2027
As a WA State public water provider, LLSWD is required to define goals that reduce water waste/loss on our distribution system, as well as on the customer/demand side. During our comprehensive planning efforts, which occur every 6 years, we are required to update our Water Use Efficiency (WUE) plan. This involves actionable changes to the…
Please Reduce Irrigation and Conserve Water
With record breaking heat and the recent WA State Drought Emergency Declaration, the District would like to request customers to conserve water as much as possible so the District can continue to meet demands and provide reliable water service. Electrical outages and extreme heat on our electrical equipment (particularly our well motors) are affecting our…
Waterlines to be replaced from 1st and Clubhouse to Overlook and Sprague
Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District has awarded a contract to LaRiviere Inc. to replace 4,400’ of waterline within the former Eastside Liberty Lake Improvement Club water service area. LaRiviere has indicated a start date of June 25, 2021. They will begin grinding the road in preparation of starting the waterline installation on June 28,…
Spring Backflow Assembly Testing
Spring Backflow Assembly Testing PSA from Idaho Washington Aquifer Collaborative (IWAC)
Save Water with Sprayhead Retrofit
Sprayhead Retrofit PSA from Idaho Washington Aquifer Collaborative (IWAC)
Backflow Assembly Testing requirements in Liberty Lake
Once water enters your sprinkler system it is no longer potable (drinking) water as it can become contaminated with pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers and animal waste. These contaminants can enter the sprinkler system and water supply through broken sprinkler lines or heads, fall sprinkler blow out, or a high demand event (such as a broken water…
Automatic Meter Reading (AMR)
The District is implementing Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) water meters as part of its meter replacement program. Automatic meter reading, or AMR, is the technology of automatically collecting consumption, diagnostic, and status data from the water meter. This data is collected by a handheld device which is transferred to a database for billing, troubleshooting, and…
What’s in your Drinking Water?
Do you know the source of your drinking water? It’s the Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie (SVRP) Aquifer stretching from Lake Pend Oreille in North Idaho to west of the City of Spokane. The SVRP Aquifer was designated as a “sole source” aquifer in 1978 by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. “Sole Source” means that the aquifer…
Pharmaceuticals in Wastewater
Due to new assessment techniques, pharmaceuticals are now being detected in water and wastewater by scientists worldwide. There are over 20,000 prescription drug products approved for market today, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Some of these pharmaceuticals found in water have raised concerns about the potential risks they pose to both humans…
Got Waste? Want to Recycle? Put it in the right place! – Spokane/Kootenai Waste and Recycle Directory
Not sure what to do with old household items, waste products or business materials? Are they recyclable? How about reusable? Or do the items need special handling? Find Spokane/Kootenai recycling and waste disposal providers near you, learn what you need to know to recycle right, and get detailed information about your waste and recyclables by…
Shoreline and Watershed Development
This brief overview of rules applies to activities within Spokane County shoreline setbacks around Liberty Lake. These also apply with minor differences to other categorized shorelands in Spokane County. The shoreline setbacks on Liberty Lake range from 100-200’, depending on the shoreline environment designation assigned. There are three which apply on Liberty Lake. Minimum Buffer…
Aquatic Invasive Species – and YOU!
Did you know that Liberty Lake is home to a few different aquatic invasive species? LLSWD is aware of three; two are plants, and one is a snail from Asia. The District actively manages the invasive plants in the lake annually via aquatic herbicide treatments and occasionally diver hand removal. Our efforts are extremely targeted…
ALERT Spokane
The LLSWD is using ALERT Spokane to notify our customers in the event of an emergency. ALERT Spokane (a.k.a. Reverse 911) is the program behind the public alert and warning messages that are disseminated throughout the greater Spokane area. The mass notification system supporting the program is called CodeRED. CodeRED can distribute emergency notifications via…
Newsletter and Email Distribution List
Check out our new website at https://libertylake.org/. The newly redesigned web-site allows the District to connect with our customers in a number of ways. The heading bar allows the user to quickly find resources and view educational news and events. Our news feed allows us to communicate more effectively with our customers to disseminate news…
Newsletter – Spring 2021
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Fire Hydrant Backflow Protection
Fire Hydrant Backflow Protection from Spokane Aquifer Joint Board on KSPS Public TV
Leaf and Beach Pickup 2020
Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District’s annual leaf and beach pickup is revised for 2020 due to COVID-19. Please read on. The District and our partner, the City of Liberty Lake, will not be picking up bags curbside or on the lake this year. No exceptions. The decision was made to best protect our staff…
Newsletter – Fall 2020
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Backflow Education Video
Backflow PSA produced by Idaho Washington Aquifer Collaborative (IWAC)
Fall Sprinkler Blowout and Cross-Connection Control
This article provides information for fall sprinkler blowout activities and cross-connection control (a.k.a. backflow). Irrigation systems are exposed to contaminants such as pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers and animal waste. These contaminants can enter the sprinkler system and water supply through broken sprinkler lines or heads, fall sprinkler blow out, or a high demand event (such as…
Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District receives outstanding water, wastewater and staff awards
2020 Best Tasting Water Award Every year the Inland Empire subsection of the American Water Works Association holds a competition for the utility’s best tasting water. Utilities in the Inland Empire subsection include the counties of Lincoln, Ferry, Spokane, Pend Oreille and Stevens County in Washington, and Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Benewah and Shoshone County in…
Aquatic Invasive Plant – Annual Herbicide Treatment – Tuesday, August 18th, 2020
UPDATE 8/18 @ 4:45p: Everyone, we completed the herbicide treatment as planned without any problems. We appreciate the cooperation of all in avoiding use of boats and swimming as we worked. It was not our intention to choose one of the hottest days/weeks of the year! The 24hr Swim restriction is lifted lake-wide, tomorrow, August…
Algae Present in Liberty Lake – Stay Alert
Liberty Lake Residents and Users: For the past few weeks, there has been a minor algae bloom occuring in the lake. Over the past few days, we have not noticed it subsiding, nor has it gotten worse. However, the forecasted conditions for Saturday, July 11th, include few clouds and a high temperature of 88 degrees…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Utility Bill Hardship
On May 31, Gov. Inslee extended the moratorium on service disconnects and late fees through July 28 for all energy, landline telephone, and water utilities. Governor Inslee has issued Proclamation 20-23, pertaining to Utility Ratepayer Assistance and Preservation of Essential Services. Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District District is committed to keeping our customers connected…
Refresh Your Water
Educational video is courtesy of the City of Spokane. For questions about our water please contact Liberty Lake Sewer and Water at 509-922-5443.
Reopening Reminder: Building Water Supply Health
As businesses prepare to reopen as restrictions are eased, building owners and tenants need to pay special attention to their water supply. What happens when water doesn’t move for a period of time inside the pipes? When water does not move it can become stagnant and bacteria can grow up in the pipes. If your…
LLSWD Requiring Backflow Testing
Customers of the Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District will be required to annually hire a Washington State-certifed Backflow Assembly Tester to verify all residential, multifamily and commercial connections are protecting the customer and community’s water supply. The importance of backflow plays a vital role in events such as the November 2019 boil order. The…
Newsletter and Email Distribution List
Check out our new website at https://libertylake.org/. The newly redesigned web-site allows the District to connect with our customers in a number of ways. The heading bar allows the user to quickly find resources and view educational news and events. Our news feed allows us to communicate more effectively with our customers to disseminate news…
Newsletter and Email Distribution List
Check out our new website at https://libertylake.org/. The newly redesigned web-site allows the District to connect with our customers in a number of ways. The heading bar allows the user to quickly find resources and view educational news and events. Our news feed allows us to communicate more effectively with our customers to disseminate news…
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
As a provider of Essential Public Services, we are dedicated to maintaining the high level of service our customers expect and deserve. Internally we have taken measures to minimize risk and keep our customers and staff safe. The COVID-19 virus has not been detected in drinking-water supplies. Based on cur-rent evidence, the risk to water…
Cross Connection Control Program
A cross-connection is defined as any actual or potential physical connection between the public water system and any source that could contaminate the public water supply (i.e. plumbing fixtures, water utilizing equipment, or sprinkler systems). If improperly protected, contamination can result when a backflow event occurs; allowing contaminates to reverse flow from the fixture/equipment back…
What to Flush and Not to Flush
[row] [column lg=”7″ md=”7″ sm=”12″ xs=”12″ ] As a reminder, we do not allow the dis-posal of anything other than water and the “3 P’s” into our sewer collection system; Pee, Poo, Paper (toilet). Flushing sanitary wipes, paper towels, “flushable” wipes, diapers, etc. cause major problems to our sewer collection infrastructure. These problems result…
2020 Waterline Replacement Projects
The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District is planning two water system replacement projects for the 2020 construction season (see project location maps below). The essential replacement of the deteriorated water mains are intended to reduce liability and water loss from leakage, improve loss of service pressure during periods of high demand, and improve fire…
Public Water and Sewer Systems are Safe and Reliable
Washington Association of Sewer & Water Districts (WASWD) has issued a press release; reminding everyone that, “Water and sewer districts throughout the state are taking all steps necessary to continue providing safe and reliable water and sewer services for the duration of this emergency.” Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District (LLSWD) would like to highlight…
COVID-19 – Your Water and Sewer
Water During this global Pandemic, the District would like to provide the following information about the continued safety of your drinking water. The COVID-19 virus has not been detected in drinking-water supplies. Based on current evidence, the risk to water supplies is low. Americans can continue to use and drink water from their tap as usual….
COVID-19 Update – March 16th, 2020
As a provider of Essential Public Services, we are dedicated to maintaining the high level of service our customers expect and deserve. Because of this, we are taking the following actions. We are monitoring developments regarding COVID-19 to take precautions to minimize risk and keep our customers and staff safe. The District is following Washington…
COVID-19 Update
We are monitoring developments regarding COVID-19 to take precautions to minimize risk and keep our customers and staff safe. The District is following Washington State Department of Health, Spokane Regional Health District, and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance regarding COVID-19. We are open for business; however we encourage you to conduct your business with…
ALERT Spokane
The LLSWD is using ALERT Spokane to notify our customers in the event of an emergency. ALERT Spokane (a.k.a. Reverse 911) is the program behind the public alert and warning messages that are disseminated throughout the greater Spokane area. The mass notification system supporting the program is called CodeRED. CodeRED can distribute emergency notifications via…
Boil Water Advisory Follow-up Letter
The District wrote a letter that outlines the boil water advisory event. The letter has been distributed to all of the LLSWD customers. A copy of this letter can be downloaded here: Boil Order Follow-up Letter 01/10/2020
Cross Connection Control
A Cross Connection is a connection from the water distribution system to a point of use where an elevated risk of water contamination exists. Cross connections are re- quired to have devices installed to protect the quality of the water in the distribution system. These devices are installed on irrigation systems, fire sprinklers or other…
27th Annual Leaf Pickup
The 27th annual leaf and beach cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, November 9, 2019, 8:00 am to dusk. The City of Liberty Lake is co-sponsoring this annual program. Leaf and beach waste will be picked up in front of residences within the Liberty Lake Sewer and Wa- ter District (and City of Liberty Lake) boundaries….
Fire Hydrants
There are approximately 650 fire hydrants in the District. Fire hydrant requirements are determined by the International Fire Code (IFC). Hydrants shall be located so as to be accessible to a fire apparatus and not be obstructed by any structure or vegetation or have the visibility impaired for a distance of fifty feet in the…
Sprinkler Blow Outs
Once water enters your irrigation system it can become contaminated with lawn chemicals and bacteria. Your irrigation system is required to have adequate backflow protection. If you do not, blowing out the system can push this contaminated water back into your home’s water supply and/or the public water system. All systems that contain pumps or…
Pools
Did you know it is unlawful for any person to drain, run or otherwise discharge or connect unauthorized water and/or non- stormwater discharges (termed illicit discharges) to the sewer system, storm sewer system, surface waters or ground waters of the state without permission? Spokane County Code, Title 9, Chapter 9.14.215 defines discharges of unauthorized waters….
District Water Meters
[row] [column lg=”8″ md=”8″ sm=”12″ xs=”12″ ] The District owns your water meter and reads them 4 times per year. Base rate is billed monthly and water overage is billed quarterly in arrears (for water you have used). Customers are required to keep the meter vault clear of obstructions such as shrub-bery, debris, machinery, vehicles,…
Water Reclamation Facility Open House
With the recent completion of the Water Reclamation Facility Phase II Upgrade, the District is inviting the Liberty Lake community to join us in an open house where Dis-trict staff will host tours, provide education, and answer questions about our highly effective wastewater treatment process. Appetizers and light refreshments will be provided. Where: 2218 N….
Model Efficient Irrigation and Landscape Design Standards
The District’s drinking water source is drawn from the Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie (SVRP) Aquifer, a sole source aquifer that stretches from Lake Pend Oreille in North Idaho, to west of the City of Spokane. This resource is not unlimited and must be protected from contamination and overuse by us all. Landscape irrigation is the single…
What to flush and not to flush
National Association of Clean Water Agencies’ Toilets Are Not Trash cans campaign is focused on protecting the pipes, pumps, water reclamation facilities, and personnel of wastewater utilities across the nation by reducing the materials that are inappropriately flushed or drained into the sew-er system. Products such as wipes, pa-per towels, and feminine hygiene products should…
South Liberty Drive Waterline Replacement Project
The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District is planning replacement of 3,180 feet of 1960’s deteriorated water main in South Liberty Drive between the end of South Lilac Lane to East Liberty Creek Road 500 feet past the intersection of East Tum Tum Drive (see project location map below). The replacement of the deteriorated water…
Recycle Hazardous Wastes
Hazardous wastes should not be flushed down the toilet. The District’s treatment plant is a biological process and does not remove some hazardous chemicals. Many chemicals found in hazardous products are toxic. When these products are thrown into the garbage, on the ground, or down storm drains they persist in our environment. This can pollute…
2019 Rates
The Board of Commissioners of Liberty Lake Sewer & Water District has the legal authority, as established by Washington State law, to determine fees and set rates. The new monthly base rates for sewer reflect an increase of 10% over 2018 rates and will be effective January 1, 2019. The new monthly base rates for…
Liberty Lake Algae Bloom
The District previously wrote three articles for the Liberty Lake Splash and the District’s biannual newsletter discussing the algae conditions in Liberty Lake observed in 2015 and 2016 (Lake Management and LLSWD’s role, August 2016; A Closer Look at Blue Green Algae, October 2016; and Lake Studies in Motion, Spring 2017). These articles focused on…
Water Conservation
The District encourages our customers not to waste water and conserve wherever possible. Water rates at Liberty Lake are based on 240 gallons per day per residential connection. Water use in excess of 240 gallons per day is charged at a premium rate. In the winter months, Liberty Lake residents use an average of 240…
Spokane-Kootenai Waste Directory
Not sure what to do with old household items, waste products or business materials? Are they recyclable? How about reusable? Or do the items need special handling? There is a online tool to help businesses and residents dispose of wastes. The Spokane-Kootenai Waste Directory is an interactive on-line database that lets individuals and small businesses…
26th Annual Leaf Pickup
The 26th annual leaf and beach cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, November 10, 2018, 8:00 am to dusk. The City of Liberty Lake is co-sponsoring this annual program. Leaf, yard, and beach waste will be picked up in front of residences within the Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District boundaries. If you receive water and/or…
Shoreline Rules
This brief overview of rules applies to activities within Spokane County shore- line setbacks around Liberty Lake. These setbacks range from 100-200’, depending on the shoreline environment designation. There are three which apply on Liberty Lake. Minimum Buffer Width (feet from ordinary high water mark- OHWM) Shoreline Residential: 100’ Rural Conservancy: 150’ Natural: 200’ Any…
Sewer and Water Rates
The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District is a Special Purpose District owned by our rate payers. We rely solely upon utility rates to cover the cost of the services we provide. Our sewer and water utilities are operated as separate enterprises, have different operation and debt service costs, and consequently have different rates. We…
Water Hardness
We often get calls about the hardness of our water. The simple definition of water hardness is the amount of dissolved calcium and magnesium in the water. Perhaps you may have noticed mineral deposits on your dishes, coffee pot, faucets/aerators or shower/bathtub. Mineral deposits are formed by ionic reactions resulting in the formation of an…
Your Water Meter
With hundreds to read daily, our meter readers must be able to quickly access your water meter. This ensures accurate and timely readings so that your utility account will be charged correctly. Every time a meter reader can get a quick and accurate reading on the first visit to a property helps keep utility costs…
Eastside Water System Improvement Project Construction
LLSWD is currently installing larger water mains and improved connectivity and valving in the former East Side Liberty Lake Improvement Club (Eastside) water system area, beginning April 9th, 2018. There will be some local impacts to traffic flows. The impacts are mitigated by the detour routes set in place per the City of Liberty Lake…
Liberty Lake Water Reclamation Facility Receives Statewide Award
The Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District’s Water Reclamation Facility has received the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Outstanding Wastewater Treatment Plant award for 2017. This is the 7th time that the District has received the award; 1997, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2015 and 2017. This is a result of the outstanding work of Water…
Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District receives EPA’s WATERS Award
The EPA Region 10 WATERS award program seeks to recognize exceptional DWSRF projects, nominated by state DWSRF staff, that help borrowers maintain, or return to, compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act, as well as achieve one or more elements of the WATERS award. Those elements include projects that: are Well-planned, address Affordability issues, are…
