Distribution

The Distribution Division of the Water Department is responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing the Transmission and Distribution Systems. The Transmission and Distribution systems are a series of piping networks which convey the city's water supply from the reservoirs in Waltham all the way to the last flowing tap on the east end of the city. The piping networks and appurtenances are made up of over 200 miles of pipeline ranging from 4-63 inches, over 15,000 service connections, approximately 1,800 fire hydrants, and 4,500 valves.

The objective of the Engineering and Program Development Division is as follows: (1) to provide short and long term planning related to capital improvements and to implement said projects, (2) to develop and maintain accurate maps, records and other documentation, (3) to provide technical services and design and construction services, (4) to provide operations and maintenance support for the various facilities, (5) to provide program development and implementation services and (6) to coordinate planning, design and construction projects with other City departments.