Steady progress toward safer drinking water for every home.

The City of Two Rivers has approximately 5,200 water service connections, about 2,200 of which were historically served by lead service lines. The City began its Lead Service Line (LSL) Replacement Program in 2017 to address this infrastructure issue.

Since the program began, more than 1,000 lead service lines have been replaced with many homeowners paying little to nothing for the private-side portion, thanks to WDNR grants and both City and Manitowoc County funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.

A significant portion of those lead water service replacements have occurred since 2024, with nearly 400 replaced within the 2024-25 Contract and an additional 200 within the current 2025-26 Contract.

Ongoing replacement areas for 2026 and 2027 include the near north-central area from the East Twin River west to Forest Avenue, between 23rd Street and 31st Street and the central portion of the City from 16th Street north to 23rd Street between East River Street and Adams Street.  

With the additional 350 replacements planned for 2026 and 2027 the City will be left with approximately 850 lead service lines remaining, marking significant progress toward full system replacement. 

Property owners in 2026 affected areas will receive advance notice later this Spring prior to construction schedules being finalized.

Small stops that make a big difference for our kids.

As of January 1, 2026, a new City ordinance is now in effect requiring all school buses to use flashing red lights at every school bus stop within the City of Two Rivers, each and every time. This change is an important step in keeping our students safe while getting on and off the bus.

Please remember these key rules when you see a stopped school bus:

• Stop distance: You must stop at least 20 feet from the bus.

• Flashing red lights: You must remain stopped as long as the red lights are flashing.

• Stop arm: You must stop if the stop arm is extended.

• Both directions: Vehicles approaching from the front or the rear must stop.

• Divided highways: You are not required to stop if you are on the opposite side of a divided highway separated by a physical barrier or median, such as Memorial Drive.

These simple actions make a big difference in protecting kids in our community. Thank you for helping keep Two Rivers students safe.

Discover the stories that make Two Rivers a Great Lakes original

We’re excited to share that Rogers Street Fishing Village, one of the most authentic and beloved places in our community, is working on a new exhibit with National Marine Sanctuary Foundation.

Rogers Street Fishing Village plays a vital role in preserving and telling the story of Two Rivers’ commercial fishing heritage and maritime roots, which are a big part of the charm and character that make our city unique. Installation is already underway, with an opening planned for this spring. 0000000000000000000000000000000000000000000