February 2026

Hello from Ramsey Water!

February may be the shortest month of the year, but winter conditions can still have a big impact on your home’s water system. 

Even in cold weather, Ramsey Water crews remain busy maintaining wells, storage tanks, and distribution lines to ensure uninterrupted service. Winter is a key time for inspections, system monitoring, and preventative maintenance that helps reduce issues before warmer months arrive.

In this month’s newsletter, you’ll find helpful winter water tips and updates on how we prepare our system to serve you no matter the season.

Water Rate Change Effective This Month

As the cost of materials, system maintenance, and day-to-day operations continues to rise, Ramsey Water is adjusting rates to ensure we can continue providing safe, reliable water service to our community.

Beginning this month, customer bills will reflect the new rate increase. For example, the current average monthly household usage of 4,000 gallons costs $44.14. With the new rate, that same usage will increase by $5.74, bringing the new average bill to $49.88. Actual bill impacts will vary depending on individual water usage.



Ramsey Water remains committed to maintaining our infrastructure responsibly and planning for the long-term needs of the communities we serve. We appreciate your understanding and continued support.

President's Day

This President’s Day, we recognize the role national leadership plays in shaping the water systems we rely on every day. Over the years, presidents have influenced water quality, infrastructure investment, and environmental protection through federal laws, funding programs, and partnerships with states and local utilities.

From supporting infrastructure improvements to advancing clean water standards, these decisions help communities like ours maintain safe, reliable water service. At Ramsey Water, we work closely within these frameworks to ensure our system continues to meet today’s needs while planning responsibly for the future.

30-Inch Reinforcement Main in Corydon

Ramsey Water is planning a major infrastructure upgrade that will strengthen our system for the future. As early as 2026, our crews hope to begin installing a new 30-inch water main connecting the water treatment plant near Leavenworth to the Pitman Tank in Corydon. This critical line will reinforce our ability to move water efficiently across the system.

Design work and easement coordination are currently underway. Final construction will move forward once required approvals are received and project funding is secured. The existing water main serving this area has been in place since the early 1970s, and replacing it will help reduce the risk of leaks or failures while increasing overall reliability and capacity.



This long-term investment will help ensure safe, dependable water service for our community for decades to come.

Water in the Winter

Have you ever noticed changes in water pressure during the winter months? Cold weather can affect water systems in a few different ways — both inside your home and across the larger system.

• Frozen or partially frozen pipes can restrict water flow, leading to lower pressure at faucets.
• Higher winter water use (such as humidifiers, longer showers, or increased indoor use) can cause temporary fluctuations.
• System adjustments made to protect infrastructure during extreme cold may also result in brief pressure changes.

💧 Good to know: Short-term pressure changes are usually normal during severe winter weather. If you experience a sudden or prolonged loss of pressure, it could indicate a frozen or broken pipe and should be checked right away.

Ramsey Water continuously monitors system performance to maintain steady service, even during winter’s coldest days.

Did you know?

Upcoming Events & Holidays

• February 2-4: National Rural Water Association (NRWA) Rural Water Rally in Washington D.C.
• February 7: Georgetown Winter Craft Show
• February 11-14: National Farm Machinery Show
• February 14: Valentine's Day
• February 14: Cupid Shuffle in Downtown Corydon
• February 14: Sellersburg Valentine’s Craft Market
• February 16: President's Day
• February 18: Indiana Rural Water Day at the Statehouse
• February 27: An Evening with Chris Bell at The Dock Restaurant 
• February 28-March 1: Annual Maple Syrup Festival (weekend 1 of 2)