Public Works and Environmental Services Alert:
Fairfax County has a program to reuse treated wastewater for non-drinking purposes. This clean water can be used to water lawns, wash cars in car-washing businesses, support construction, and assist with industrial activities. By recycling wastewater, the county reduces the use of drinking water for these purposes and keeps pollutants out of rivers and streams.
The Water Reuse Project sends treated water from the Noman M. Cole, Jr. Water Recycling Facility to places like Reworld Waste, LLC, the Laurel Hill Golf Course, and local sports fields through a specialized pipeline.
This program shows how Fairfax County is leading environmental efforts while saving water and supporting sustainable development.