Utilities Information
Common Questions
Wastewater is used water. It includes substances such as human waste, food scraps, oils, soaps and chemicals. In homes, this includes water from sinks, showers, bathtubs, toilets, washing machines and dishwashers. Businesses and industries also contribute their share of used water that must be cleaned.
Current Sewer Rates:
Residential – $26.05
Commercial – $32.65
All utility bills are due on the 20th of each month. Payments received after the 20th will receive a 10% penalty fee.
Santa Clara City Water Rates
Water Base Fee – The base fee helps cover fixed costs to the city’s water utility, including pumps, storage facilities, and the distribution system. This fee supports the operation and maintenance of the city’s water pipelines and ensures reliable water service to residents and businesses.
Water Consumption – This fee accounts for the actual water used and is added on top of the base fee. Santa Clara uses a tiered water rate system: the more water consumed, the higher the rate per 1,000 gallons. Meter sizes affect billing through a multiplier—typical ¾″ residential meters have a multiplier of 10, meaning usage is multiplied by 10 to calculate total gallons billed during the cycle.
In response to a Washington County Water Conservancy District rate increase of $0.10 per 1,000 gallons effective July 1, 2022, Santa Clara adopted an updated tiered rate structure. This change aims to promote water conservation while keeping indoor use rates affordable and competitive.
Tiered Water Consumption Rates
| BASE RATE | $37.25 | # OF GALLONS | Rate per 1,000 Gallons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–9,000 Gallons | $1.20 | ||
| 9,001–16,000 Gallons | $1.73 | ||
| 16,001–23,000 Gallons | $1.98 | ||
| 23,001–30,000 Gallons | $2.73 | ||
| 30,001–36,000 Gallons | $3.38 | ||
| 36,001 & Up | $4.68 | ||
Monthly Base Charge by Meter Size
| Meter Size | Rate | # of ERU’s |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8 x 3/4″ & 3/4″ | $37.25 | 1 |
| 1″ | $62.85 | 1.8 |
| 1 1/2″ | $133.25 | 4 |
| 2″ | $229.25 | 7 |
| 3″ | $517.25 | 16 |
| 4″ | $933.25 | 29 |
Current Garbage Rate: $14.50
Recycling Rate: $6.50
How many cans do I get and how do I request them?
Residential waste service includes up to 2 waste containers and 1 recycling container if in an area serviced by curbside recycling. Please refer to the lid of the BluCan container to help our program be successful and keep costs low.
Additional containers are available for an additional service fee upon request by calling our office at 435-673-2813.
For new residences needing cans, or to have your cans repaired or replaced, call our office or fill out this form.
List of Recycling Materials Accepted:
Aluminum cans
Cardboard – i.e.: packaged food boxes, shipping boxes, etc. (No greasy boxes)
Mixed paper – i.e.: Junk mail, magazines, paper bags, and paper packaging, etc.
Plastic #1 and #2 – i.e.: Water bottles, milk jugs, detergent bottles, etc. (Hint: look at the bottom of the container for a number 1, 2, … located inside the recycling symbol.) (No plastic bags)
Steel food cans – i.e.: tuna fish cans, #10 food storage cans, etc.
Please do not place your items to be recycled in bags, they should be placed directly in the Binnie or in the BluCan recycling container as separate items! Glass – Should only be taken to the Binnies and not be placed in the BluCan container!!!
Location of Recycling Bins:
Gubler Park – Southeast Corner Parking Lot
City Hall Hours
Monday – Thursday:
8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday:
8:00am – 1:00pm
Justice Court Hours
Monday – Thursday:
8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday:
8:00am – 11:00am
After Hours Emergency
Please call the main line at 435-673-6712.
The after hours service will collect the necessary information and contact the proper department’s
on-call person.
