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Don’t Trash That Christmas Tree! Recycle It Instead
January 8, 2021The pine needles are piling up and it’s about time to put away the holiday decorations. But if you have a live Christmas tree, don’t just toss it out with the trash! There are quite a few eco-friendly solutions to consider instead. In fact, most municipalities offer curbside pickup of Christmas trees, which are then…
LCA Delivers Holiday Cheer Through Angel Tree, Food Bank Programs
January 4, 20212020 was a tough year for everyone, but that didn’t stop LCA employees from delivering holiday cheer to a number of children and families across the Lehigh Valley. Through The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program, LCA employees donated gifts for 26 children— boys and girls ranging in age from 8 months to 12 years old….
Are You Prepared for the Winter Storm?
December 15, 2020Regional weather forecasts are warning of a winter storm with significant snowfall Wednesday into Thursday — well over a foot in some places. For the greater Lehigh Valley Area, Weather.gov warns, “Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations in excess of 12 inches along with ice accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high…
Winter is Coming — Protect Your Pipes and Water Meter!
December 11, 2020It’s not quite winter yet, and temperatures are regularly dipping below freezing. Have you checked on your water meter lately? Before the big chill arrives, check your house to ensure your water meter and any water lines that are in unheated or exposed areas, such as a basement or crawl space, are insulated or wrapped in…
This Year, Give the Gift of Holiday Safety
December 4, 2020The holidays are almost upon us, and while they will likely look different for many of us this year, holiday safety should always be a priority. While candles, holiday lights and Christmas trees make our homes look beautiful, they can also pose a serious fire risk. According to the National Fire Protection Association, candles start…
LCA Honored With Multiple Water Treatment Awards
November 20, 2020We’re thrilled to announce that LCA and our employees have been recognized with multiple water treatment awards this month. On Friday, Nov. 20, the Eastern Pennsylvania Water Pollution Control Operators Association presented three awards during its virtual, annual meeting: Plant Operation and Maintenance Excellence Award – Greater than 2 MGD*: This award recognizes our wastewater treatment…
2021 Rates
On November 9, 2020, the LCA Board of Directors voted to approve rates for 2021. Learn About 2021 Rates Read the CEO memo to the Board of Directors Review the 2021 Water Rate Schedule Review the 2021 Wastewater Rate Schedule View 2021 bill samples by division Important Facts About Rates Lehigh County Authority is a…
Can You Imagine a Day Without Water?
October 20, 2020This year, our country faced an enormous public health crisis from the coronavirus pandemic. Throughout this emergency, utility crews worked tirelessly behind the scenes, and water and wastewater systems kept the water flowing in homes, hospitals, and essential businesses. This crisis demonstrated the critical role that water and wastewater systems play in our communities, protecting…
LCA Recognized for Watershed Stewardship, Sustainability
October 2, 2020Lehigh County Authority is one of just 65 water utilities across the country to be recognized for watershed stewardship and resource recovery by the Utility of the Future Today program. The “Utility of the Future Today recognition program celebrates the achievements of water utilities that transform from a traditional wastewater treatment system to a resource…
High Water Bill? Flooding? Leaks? Service Issue Questions? Start Here
September 24, 2020LCA frequently receives water service questions related to interior plumbing problems. Sometimes, customers are calling about a leak inside a residence; other times, customers are calling because they see water pooling on a driveway or in the grass. We’ve even had calls from customers concerned about floodwaters that have entered their home during a storm….