Us Forward

Our mission is to deliver safe, reliable water services that support strong communities and protect our environment for generations to come.

What We Do

Impact statistics

01/ 04

of Michigan’s
drinking water
is
provided by GLWA.

of Michigan’s
wastewater services

provided by GLWA.

Michigan residents
Using GLWA water
services

Miles of transmission
mains
operated and
maintained by glwa

CLEAN WATER FOR
A CLEAR FUTURE

We are GLWA and we know that water is the future. From the lakes, rivers and streams that shape southeast Michigan’s waterways, to the pumps and pipes that carry it home, we deliver the water that powers your day. We are committed to serving our community and the environment as stewards of today and guardians of tomorrow.

HOW WE KEEP Your
WATER FLOWING.

Behind every tap is a complex system working around the clock. We’re here to make that system easier to understand, so together we can make informed decisions and care for our ourselves, our communities, and future generations.

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Research and Innovation in System Resilience

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Building a Climate-Resilient Infrastructure

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Resiliency: What it Means to GLWA

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Projects
Near you

Our capital improvement projects (CIP) define the state of the system. We’re working to invest in our infrastructure, improve our resiliency, and plan for the long-term reliability and affordability of southeast Michigan’s water and wastewater assets for the future of our communities.

One water, One Team

From our team members to our customers, from local residents to students interested in making an impact, people are the driving force behind the “how” and “why” at GLWA. The diverse, intergenerational stories of our workforce reflect the very communities we serve, fuelling our commitment to quality.

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