Water
Cross Connection (Backflow Prevention)
In accordance to the requirements set forth by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), the Township of Charlevoix has officially adopted the state of Michigan cross connection rules to protect the public water supply system. A cross connection is defined as a connection or arrangement of piping or appurtenances through which a backflow could occur. Backflow is defined as the undesirable reversal of flow of water of questionable quality, wastes or other contaminants into a public water supply. The purpose of this program is to avoid contamination of the public water supply by preventing and eliminating cross connections. It is the Township of Charlevoix’s intent to carry out a comprehensive and effective cross connection control program (CCCP) to ensure public health is protected and the requirements of the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act are complied with.
Water Rates
July 12, 2021 Water Rate Increase
New rates are as follows:
Consumption Fees
$2.00 / 1,000 Gallons (Non-Township Services- All rates have a 1.5 Multiplier for customers outside Charlevoix Township)
Monthly Service Charge
3/4″ and 1″ = $17.50
1-1/2″ = $35.00
2″ = $50.00
3″ = $75.00
4″ = $175.00
6″ = $400
Water Connection Fees
Charlevoix Township Meter Replacement Cost as of August 2021
| Meter Size | Meter Cost | Endpoint Cost | Total Cost |
| 3/4″ & in | $210.21 | $142.64 | $352.85 |
| 1.5″ | $633.42 | $142.64 | $776.06 |
| 2″ | $853.01 | $142.64 | $995.65 |
| 3,, | $2,224.01 | $142.64 | $2,366.65 |
| 4″ | $2,704.94 | $142.64 | $2,847.58 |
| 6″ | $4,222.80 | $142.64 | $4,365.44 |
| 6″ Fire Flow Rated | $11,730.94 | $142.64 | $11,873.58 |
Effective December 2018
| Service Size | Tap-in Fees |
|---|---|
| 1 inch | $1,800 |
| 1 1/2 inch | $2,500 |
| 2 inch | $3,500 |
| 4 inch | $4,500 |
| 6 inch | $6,500 |
| Winter Connection Surcharge Fee | + $1,000 |
| Residential Irrigation Meter | $350 |
| Turn off/on Service | Fees |
|---|---|
| During office hours (M-F 7:30 – 3:30) | $35 |
| After Hours | $135 |
| Emergency service during office hours | No Charge |
The above fees are for a single residential equivalent unit (REU) application only. Commercial (multiple REU) applications, or larger and/or multi-family residential applications will require separate computation.
Tap-In Fees
Include tapping of water main by Township, materials and components for connection point at the main. Applicant is responsible for all material / components from main connection point to building, all excavation / trenching, and restoration, including street & sidewalk. *Township will provide 1″ service from point at main to a curb stop set at the applicant’s right-of-way line for single-family residential service requests only.
Irrigation Meters
An irrigation meter is considered a private meter and all cost associated with its installation, maintenance and replacement are the responsibility of the applicant. The cost of a standard residential irrigation meter is $350. Irrigation meters can only be purchased through Charlevoix Township and must be compatibly with the meter reading system currently used.
Turn on/off Service Fee
Any request for emergency on / off service during working hours will have no charge.
Winter Connection Surcharge Fee
Any request for new service from November 1st through April 1st may incur an added surcharge for winter excavation conditions.
Note About Meter Size
Meter size is not the same as service size. Meters are generally one size smaller than the service pipe without adversely affecting flow. A water meter that is sized down will still have a flow rate that is beyond that of the recommended pipe velocity for the service pipe. The standard meter for 1″ service is a 3/4″ meter (flow rate of 25 to 32 GPM). Max velocity of 1″ copper service is 10 feet/second or 25 GPM.
Water Bill Information
A onetime $350 fee was charged to the Township residents who had Irrigation/Sewer deduct meters installed from October 2018 – July 2019.
We will be accepting installment payments on these meters. The terms are $100/mo. x 3 months + $50/mo. x 1 month.
The abbreviations on the Water Bills are as follows:
PB: Past Balance
MF: Meter Fee
MR: Manual Read Fee
WA: Water Service
W2: Water Service 2: Irrigation/Sewer Deduct Meter
Water shut off/on fee
There is a $35 charge for all requests made between the hours of 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$135 for after hours
NO CHARGE FOR EMERGENCIES
