Wayne County
Detroit Water & Sewer
Water bills, shutoffs, assistance and sewer backups for Detroit, Michigan, with official links and the latest local news.
Water & Sewer in Detroit
Water service and billing
Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD): detroitmi.gov/dwsd. Billing, shutoffs, the Lifeline Plan and WRAP assistance.
Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) supplies most of the region: glwater.org. Payment help: the Water Residential Assistance Program (WRAP) through Wayne Metro.
Sewer backups and flooding
- Report a backup to the water department first and photograph the damage.
- Many communities require a claim within 45 days under Michigan's sewer backup law.
- Backwater valves and sump pumps may qualify for local rebate programs.
Detroit by the numbers
Public records for Detroit, each with its source.
| What | Detroit | Source and next step |
|---|---|---|
| Electric company | Detroit DTE Energy | Source and next step MPSC service maps. Utilities in Detroit. |
| Gas company | Detroit DTE Energy | Source and next step MPSC service maps. Utilities in Detroit. |
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Detroit in the news
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Detroit water & sewer FAQ
3 questions
Who do I call about a water main break in Detroit?
The Detroit water department (official site above). Outside office hours call the city's emergency line or 911 if water is flooding a street.
Is there help paying a water bill in Detroit?
Yes. WRAP covers past-due balances and lowers monthly bills for income-eligible households served by GLWA communities.
Is this an official Detroit government page?
No. Rebuild Detroit is an independent guide. Official links on this page open the responsible office; confirm hours and fees with them.