Fort Mitchell Fire Department will start its annual fire hydrant testing rounds in April or May. They aim to test every hydrant annually for clogs and other malfunctions. Fort Mitchell Fire Department Chief Dave Slusser explained more about hydrant testing purposes and methods to LINK nky. “Hydrants need to deliver enough water at the right […]
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NKY Water District honored for workplace safety
The Northern Kentucky Water District has been honored for workplace safety for the 13th year in a row. Called the 2024 Kentucky Employers’ Mutual Insurance, or KEMI, Destiny Award, the honor recognizes employers who consistently manage a formal workplace safety program and effectively implement training measures. “We are proud to have received this award for […]
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NKY Water District responds to nearly 100 calls in 1 day to keep water running
While the region dealt with its third consecutive day of sub-zero temperatures, the Northern Kentucky Water District (NKWD) said it handled around 100 complaints. NKWD told LINK’s media partner WCPO 9 they received 97 calls in a single day, more than half of the 175 calls into the utility since the start of 2025. That […]
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Campbell County expands public water access with 6.5-mile water pipe project
Campbell County Fiscal Court has announced a partnership with the Northern Kentucky Water District to add over 6.5 miles of new water pipes, bringing public water access to nearly 98% of homes, above the state average of 95%.
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Northern Kentucky Water District begins construction on Taylor Mill tank
The Northern Kentucky Water District has broken ground on a new 500,000 gallon water tank in Taylor Mill, which will provide adequate storage and serve the 2,633 active services in its pressure zone.
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NKY Water District: Be on the lookout for material line notification cards
Northern Kentucky Water District customers should be on the lookout for post cards in the mail informing them of the material of their water service lines. The notifications are part of the water district’s updated materials inventory, which is occurring in response to revisions in the EPA’s lead and copper pipe rule, which began in […]
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Bellevue residents seek answers after frequent water main breaks
Residents on Bellevue’s Ward Avenue have experienced multiple water main breaks in the last year, leaving them without water or with cloudy brown water.
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Water main breaks in Independence leave some residents in tough situations
Three water main breaks in Independence left at least two properties with water damage, with the water district suspecting dry soil conditions as a factor, and the effected residents facing costly repairs.
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NKY Water District’s service line inventory aims to reduce lead exposure
The Northern Kentucky Water District is conducting a federally-mandated service line inventory to identify lead service pipes in the region, with the aim of reducing the amount of lead in drinking water service lines.
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Northern Kentucky Water District elects board of commissioners’ positions
The Northern Kentucky Water District has elected Fred Macke Jr. as chair, Jody Lange as vice-chair, Douglas Wagner as secretary, and Nicholas Winnike as treasurer for a one-year term.
