The Water/Sewer Maintenance Department is responsible for repairing and maintaining the City of Altus's water distribution and wastewater collection system. It ensures that the public receives a safe, adequate supply of potable water, a functional wastewater collection system, and an adequate water supply to the fire protection systems.

Water Distribution Overview

• 3 elevated tanks each holds a maximum of 500,000 gallons.  The tanks maintain pressure during peroids of high use and provide extra volume to fire hydrants.

• Over 130 miles of main water lines with a average water pressure of 60 psi (ranging in size of 1.25 inch to 24 inch). Pipe materials include ductile iron, cast iron, galvanized steel, transite cement and PVC. 

• Over 7,500 water meters

• Over 460 fire hydrants

Wastewater Collection Overview

• Over 140 miles of wastewater collection lines (ranging in size of 4 inch to 24 inch)

• Over 3500 wastewater collection manholes

• 2017 Annual Water Quality Report (PDF)View our past water quality testing results to see how we’ve maintained clean, safe drinking water. (Replace with actual file link)

• Southwest Oklahoma Water Supply Action Plan (PDF)
A regional plan addressing long-term water resource sustainability.

• Altus Water System History
Discover the story of how Altus built its water system over the decades.

• Maximizing Our Water Supply Reliability (PDF)
Read about the proactive steps we’re taking to secure our water future.