The Department of Watershed Management wishes everyone a happy and safe 4th of July Holiday!
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It’s Summer Time and Cooling Off is Easy
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Temperatures in the City of Atlanta during the summer can be brutal. After all, the city’s nickname is Hotlanta. In the July issue of Water Splash, we invite you to cool off with a visit to some of Atlanta’s scenic greenspaces, wetlands, and shady trails that people of all ages can enjoy. One might think that these special places are off the beaten path, but they’re located in the heart of the city, and sometimes in your own back yard.
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McDaniel Branch Wetlands
This 12-acre property is nestled between the south Atlanta and High Point area of the city. When you visit, you can enjoy plantings of a variety of native plant species, including wild rye, river oats, black- and brown-eyed Susan, partridge pea, ironweed, Joe-Pye weed, and Mexican hat coneflower. The Wetlands is also a great location for bird-watching enthusiasts; it is home to variety of bird species, including the Wood Thrush, Green Heron, Orchard Oriole, Indigo Bunting, Common Yellowthroat, and Red-headed Woodpecker.
Click here for more information on McDaniel Branch Wetlands.
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Cascade Springs Nature Preserve
Located in southwest Atlanta, the park’s 120 acres of green space and a wide trail network explores a tumbling waterfall, a wildlife-filled forest, and trickling springs that feed the park’s many streams. The hilly forest is a retreat from the surrounding city, and home to wildlife including deer, birds, and turtles.
Click here for more information on Cascade Springs Nature Preserve.
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Morningside Nature Preserve
The Morningside Nature Preserve is 33.1 acres of woods in northeast Atlanta that is bisected by the South Fork Peachtree Creek. There are about 2 miles of trails on both sides of the creek. The Morningside Nature Preserve has two trailheads: one at Wellbourne Road and the other at the Georgia Power Substation on Lenox Road. A suspension bridge over the creek connects the trails on both sides. Dog owners frequently bring their dogs to play on the shore and shallow water under the bridge, so the area has become known as Atlanta's "dog beach."
Click here for more information on the Morningside Nature Preserve.
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Additional family-oriented nature trails within the City of Atlanta include:
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Cool Off with a Swim at a City of Atlanta Natatoriums
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The City of Atlanta Natatoriums are now open for lap swimming ONLY.
Additional restrictions include:
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- Hours of operation 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.;
- Swim lessons will not be offered at this time due to social distancing requirements;
- Time slots for lap swims will be available for 30-minute increments;
- Please call your desired facility to check availability, and to schedule an appointment;
- Guests can check lane availability at each facility online;
- Walk-up admission is not permitted; and,
- Leisure pools will not be open.
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Facilities
- C.T. Martin Natatorium and Recreation Center (404) 505-3181. To check lane availability, click here.
- MLK, Jr. Aquatic and Recreation Center (404) 658-7330. To check lane availability, click here.
- Rosel Fann Recreation Center and Natatorium (404) 624-0774. To check lane availability, click here.
- Washington Park Natatorium (404) 658-1436. To check lane availability, click here.
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Know Before You Go: COVID-19 Protocol
- Bather load and pool capacity is limited;
- Pools are open for Lap Swim ONLY;
- Guests are required to adhere to social distancing;
- Guests will not have access to lockers; and,
- Guests will bring belongings onto the pool deck.
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Customer Service During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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DWM has adjusted operations and services to continue to ensure the safety and health of our employees and customers during the COVID-19 pandemic. We will continue to provide safe, quality drinking water and sewer services through our treatment plants and field operations. We understand that access to water is paramount to maintaining good health. Therefore, per Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms’ Administrative Order, DWM has temporarily suspended water disconnections until August 30, 2020. We encourage all customers to follow the CDC guidelines to remain safe and healthy and to contact your medical provider if you feel ill. For assistance with payment arrangements, water service applications, and water/sewer repair requests, contact a customer service specialist at 404-546-0311.
Click here
to read full release:
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Extends Administrative Orders Related to COVID-19 for 60 Days
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Increased Water Usage and Payment Information During
COVID-19 Pandemic
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During the current COVID-19 public health pandemic and shelter-in-place order, you may experience increased water consumption as you find yourself running the dishwasher and washing machine more frequently and doing more household chores. This may result in an increased water bill.
If you are having difficulty making payments, you may qualify for assistance. Please visit
www.atlantawatershed.org/care-and-conserve/
for more details. If you would like to make payment arrangements, please call ATL311 at 404-536-0311, and a customer service representative will be able to assist you.
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Stay Safe Outside!
Hydrate... and Avoid Heat Stroke
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Exposure to heat can cause illness and even death. The most serious heat illness is heat stroke. Other heat illnesses, such as heat exhaustion, heat cramps and heat rash should also be avoided.
There are precautions you can take any time temperatures are high:
1. While outside this summer, drink as much water as possible. The Occupational Safety and Heath Administration (OSHA) advises one pint of water per hour during the day’s warmest times.
2. Wear loose fitting, lightweight clothing. Excess layers or articles that fit too tightly prevent proper blood cooling. Also, light colored clothing will absorb less heat than darker pieces.
3. Avoid strenuous activity in the warmest weather and identify shaded areas and cool spots for when you feel overheated.
Avoiding heat stroke begins with conditioning your body for hot temperatures. Hydration is key to propersweat and cool down, so fill up before, during and after you go out.
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Water Quality is Now Report Available
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Watershed Management is proud to present the 2019 City of Atlanta Water Quality Report. The report details the source of Atlanta’s drinking water, its components, and how our water measures up to standards set by regulatory agencies. We thank you for your support in our mission to provide clean, safe drinking water to all of our customers.
Click here
to download the report.
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Wipes and other non-disposable items are causing a crisis to residential sewer pipes, and our wastewater system and treatment facilities. According to the Value of Water Campaign, toilet paper has become scarce during the pandemic, and people are substituting paper towels and baby wipes. People have also been using more disinfectant wipes to clean and disinfect their homes. These products do not break down easily, are not meant to be flushed, and can cause millions of dollars in system and equipment damage.
Click here
to view the digital brochure and PSA on how
flushing non-disposable wipes costs all of us in Atlanta big bucks and how you can
be a part of the solution!
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City of Atlanta Water and Sewer Appeals Board
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If you are not satisfied with the outcome of your billing dispute or adjustment request, an appeal to the City of Atlanta Water and Sewer Appeals Board may be requested per City Ordinance Section 154-29 within seven days of the Department of Watershed Management’s dispute resolution decision. The Water and Sewer Appeals Board is a group of citizens appointed by the Atlanta City Council to conduct hearings to review the dispute. You have a right to an appeal only after your bill has gone through the formal dispute process and a decision has been rendered. Visit
https://www.atlantawatershed.org/adjust-dispute-appeal-my-bill/
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Camp Best Friends Presents Virtual CBF
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The City of Atlanta presents Activate ATL!
Act today for a stronger parks and rec tomorrow
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Make a difference in how we invest in the City of Atlanta’s parks, open spaces and recreation system. We invite you to share your concerns, hopes and dreams by taking our Online Survey.
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Sunny skies and warm temperatures will undoubtedly be calling on Atlantans to leave their homes and hit the road to good times this summer. Rest assured, it also brings opportunistic criminals outside to see what they can take from’ unsuspecting victims. Auto thefts and car break-ins can ruin any outdoor adventure – but many of these crimes are easily preventable. Slider crimes are a type of crime that occur quickly when thieves “slide” into the cars of distracted drivers who may be pumping gas or leave their car unlocked while going into a convenience store. APD asks that when you stop to get gas or make a quick stop at the ATM for your road trip, lock your car door, take your keys with you and pay attention to your surroundings. Leaving your car unlocked or leaving your keys in the car and not being aware of your surroundings is a sure way to become a victim. If you see something suspicious, call or text 9-1-1. Together we can keep the city safer and get criminals off the streets.
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DPW Trash Pick Up Schedule for the 4th of July Holiday
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Does DWM Have Your Correct Contact Information?
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Do you have a new email address or phone number? Do you want to receive DWM emergency notifications by phone, email or both?
The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management is doing what matters. We want to be able to reach you with information you need to know.
Please
click here to ensure that we have your correct contact information for our database and let us know your communication preferences.
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