Rockdale Water Resources Raw Water Intake
Every glass of clean, refreshing water starts somewhere—and for Rockdale County, the journey begins at the Rockdale Water Resources Raw Water Intake.
Located along Big Haynes Creek, the Raw Water Intake is a critical part of our water system. Here, source water is collected and pumped to the Water Treatment Plant, beginning the process that ultimately provides safe, reliable drinking water to homes and businesses throughout our community.
🌿 Nature Helps Along the Way
Before the water reaches our intake, it flows through surrounding wetlands. These natural areas play an important role in protecting our water resources by helping to slow water flow, trap sediment, provide wildlife habitat, and support a healthy ecosystem.
🏭 From Creek to Clean Water
Once collected at the intake, raw water is pumped to the treatment plant, where our dedicated team puts it through several treatment processes, including clarification, filtration, and disinfection. These processes help ensure the finished drinking water meets or exceeds applicable state and federal drinking water standards.
🛡️ Protecting Water at the Source
Providing safe drinking water starts long before water reaches your faucet. Protecting Big Haynes Creek, maintaining our Raw Water Intake, and caring for the surrounding watershed are essential parts of protecting our community’s water supply.
Rockdale Water Resources is committed to maintaining critical water infrastructure, protecting our natural resources, and providing safe, reliable water today and for generations to come.
💧 From Big Haynes Creek to your tap—we’re working every day to protect every drop.
