Welcome to the Official Website of Franklin County Rural Water District 1

Our Mission

At Franklin County Rural Water District 1, we are committed to providing safe, high quality water services to our community, while maintaining a standard of excellence in customer service and environmental conservation.

Bill Payment Options

Looking for the most convenient way to pay your bill? We offer a wide variety of payment options to our customers. Simply choose the option that best suits your needs... Learn more...

Conservation Tips

There are a number of easy ways to save water, and they all start with you. When you save water, you save money on your utility bills. Here are just a few ways...Conservation Tips...

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Rate Increases

February 04, 2025

You may have noticed that your January statement was a little higher than last month. Rates increased by 75 cents per 1000 gallons with the January meter readings. We strive to deliver an unparalleled level of service, and while we make every effort to do this without adjusting rates, we unfortunately are not immune to changing economic conditions. We only increase rates to keep pace with the increase in the costs to provide service. For the average residential customer, this is an increase of about $2.25 per month. The monthly minimum will go from $21.75 to $22.50.

We have also been notified by Certified Payments, our online payment processor, that they will have a rate increase...

Wintertime Water Pipe Preservation Tips

February 01, 2025

As temperatures plummet and winter tightens its grip, the specter of frozen water pipes becomes a pressing concern for homeowners.

Are your pipes adequately fortified against the bitter cold to stave off potential disasters?

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