This page includes rates and requirements for hydrant use, water service installation, and specialized water services.
Hydrant Permits
- Minimum volume charge: $88.40 for 17 CCF (12,716 gallons)
- Service charge: $65
Water use above the minimum volume is billed at the applicable General Metered Water Service (Mg-1) rate.
Hydrant Permit with a Hydrant Meter
- Hydrant meter deposit: $250
- Minimum volume charge: $88.40 for 17 CCF (12,716 gallons)
- Meter setting charge: $65
Water Service Lateral Installation
The Water Utility charges for the installation of a water service lateral from the water main through the service valve.
Taps Up to 2 Inches
$825
In addition to tapping the water main, the contractor must provide all required and approved materials, including the corporation, curb stop, and curb box.
Taps Larger Than 2 Inches
$560
In addition to tapping the water main, the contractor must provide all required and approved materials, including an approved two-piece stainless-steel heavy-duty tapping sleeve with slip-through bolts and a resilient-wedge gate valve.
Non-Standard Meter Service
Customers receiving service under Schedule Mg-1 who request a non-standard meter are charged $50.18 per quarter.
General Metered Water Service (Mg-1)
Effective July 1, 2026
Water usage is billed per 100 CCF. One CCF equals 748 gallons.
Milwaukee Regional Medical Center Service (Mg-1S1)
$1.56 per 100 CCF used
General Unmetered Water Service (Ug-1)
$88.40 per billing period
This charge includes a minimum volume of 17 CCF, or 12,716 gallons.
Unmetered Private Fire Protection Service (Upf-1)
See the current utility rate schedule for applicable charges.
Public Fire Protection Service (Fd-1)
See the current utility rate schedule for applicable charges.
Public Service (Mpa-1)
Public service water use is billed at the applicable Schedule Mg-1 rate. Examples include:
- Sewer flushing
- Street cleaning
- Skating rinks
