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’ positionsÂ
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.
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NKY Water District secures 2023 Destiny Safety Award
The Northern Kentucky Water District was honored with Kentucky Employers’ Mutual Insurance’s 2023 Destiny Award for its commitment to workplace safety, demonstrating a commitment to regular trainings and meetings on safety as well as effective formal procedures protecting its employees.
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Prevent frozen pipes this winter with these tips
No matter the strength of a plastic or metal pipe, freezing water expansion creates a significant amount of pressure that can cause pipes to break. The Northern Kentucky Water District wants to help prevent these types of breaks that can cause substantial damage and is offering tips on how to do so. The types of pipes […]