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811 Day Safe Digging Day

AUGUST 11 (8/11) REMINDS 
NORTH CAROLINIANS TO CONTACT 811 BEFORE DIGGING TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR COMMUNITY

NC811 encourages homeowners and professionals to make a free request three days before digging to avoid damaging buried utilities

GREENSBORO, NC (Aug. 4, 2025) – With Aug. 11 just around the corner, North Carolina 811 is using the 8-1-1 calendar date as a timely reminder to residents: Always contact 811 before starting any digging project to have underground utilities marked. Whether you’re installing a mailbox or breaking ground on a major construction project, contacting 811 helps prevent accidents, outages and costly repairs.  For more information, click here.

 

Bill Payment Options & Information

In addition to mailing or visiting our office to make a payment, WCWC now offers 2 different online bill pay options.

 

NEW ONLINE PORTAL VERSION AVAILABLE:

WIPP Preview

We understand the struggles that have come from operating our online payment portal, WIPP. We are confident in the more user friendly update that is now up and running. If you follow our green Bill Payment and Pay Your Bill Now buttons, you will find the payment portal that has been seamlessly updated. 

Important News

HOLIDAY CLOSING: Monday, September 1, 2025

SUMMER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE:  Chloramination disinfection resuming September 1.  Thank you for your patience during our yearly maintenance.

YARD MAINTENANCE: Please do not mow close to or over meter boxes. Your electronic reading device is attached to the lid. If broken, it is a billable repair.

HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE.  Please be aware of your personal shut off valve location near the meter and ensure it is working properly.  If evacuation is ever necessary, cut off your water supply before leaving.

 

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Hurricane Season

August 20, 2025

Hurricane season has made its appearance once again. With many of us still feeling the effects from Hurricane Florence, West Carteret Water Corporation would like to extend a reminder to all of our members to stay prepared!

If at any time during a hurricane or tropical storm you decide to evacuate, please make sure to cut the water off using your personal shut off valve located next to your water meter box. If you cannot do so, call our office at (252) 393-1515 or send an email to water@wcwc.biz and WCWC will be more than glad to cut it off for you. There is no cost for this service.

Do not leave water on at docks, outdoor showers, irrigation systems, or outbuildings! Historically, leaks...

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The Role of Water in Preparedness: Essential Kits for Every Season

The Role of Water in Preparedness: Essential Kits for Every Season

September 02, 2025

September is National Preparedness Month, a time to reflect on how ready we are for unexpected events. Whether it's severe weather, a natural disaster, or a power outage, one thing is for certain: water plays a crucial role in our preparedness plans.

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