North Raleigh Today

Raleigh Water's D.E. Benton and E.M. Johnson Water Treatment Plants have been recognized by the North Carolina Division of Water Resources with the N.C. Area Wide Optimization Award. This accolade is given to water treatment facilities that exceed federal and state drinking water standards, demonstrating superior water quality.

In addition to this recognition, both treatment plants have earned the "Gold Star" honor. This distinction is awarded to facilities that have received the N.C. Area Wide Optimization Award for ten or more consecutive years, underscoring Raleigh Water's ongoing commitment to providing safe and clean drinking water.

"We’re honored to be recognized by the North Carolina Division of Water Resources," said Whit Wheeler, director of Raleigh Water. "This award is a testament to our team’s dedication to providing our customers with the highest quality water."

Turbidity, which measures water cloudiness, is an important indicator of water quality. By effectively reducing turbidity, Raleigh Water ensures that the water supplied to homes and businesses is safe and free from harmful contaminants.

Raleigh Water serves over 630,000 customers and remains committed to delivering reliable, high-quality water services to its community.