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

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communities source water from GLWA.

residents drink water treated by GLWA.

residents send wastewater to GLWA to clean.

Miles of water
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 and mid-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.

“Since beginning operation of the regional system in 2016, we’ve worked to build the foundation for a regional authority that makes a real impact. We are fortunate to support an outstanding team of skilled water and wastewater professionals. Now that GLWA’s foundation has been established, we’re ready to take the next step forward in our journey.”

Bill Wolfson

Deputy CEO

“My leadership growth within GLWA, over the last decade, has taught me the importance of thoughtful planning and proactive management make the difference between resilience and costly failure. Our team’s task of sewer and storm water management of the conveyance system is protecting communities, infrastructure and the environment.”

David McCord

Director, Wastewater Conveyance and CSO

“As an intern at GLWA, I gained hands-on experience in a line of work most people (including myself) don’t think twice about yet depend on every day. Getting to work alongside dedicated mentors gave me the confidence to pursue and build my career in a field that truly matters.”

Zainab Almoamen

Professional Administrative Analyst, former intern

Explore
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 and mid-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.

GLWA Careers