Eufaula Water Works & Sewer Board

05/06/2026

At last night’s City Council meeting, a proclamation signed by Mayor Jack Tibbs was read in recognition of Drinking Water Week in Eufaula. Following the reading, City Council President Wes Register joined Eufaula Water Works General Manager Kevin Heartsill for a photo with the signed proclamation.

The proclamation recognizes water as one of our most vital and valuable natural resources and highlights the essential role Eufaula Water Works plays in the health, safety, comfort, and quality of life of our community.

Drinking Water Week is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of safe, reliable drinking water and to recognize the dedicated water professionals who work each day to protect, maintain, and deliver this essential service.

Eufaula Water Works is grateful for the City’s recognition and continued support as we celebrate the value of drinking water and the people who make reliable water service possible for our community.

05/04/2026

Eufaula Water Works is proud to recognize Drinking Water Week, May 4–10, 2026.

Drinking Water Week is a national observance that highlights the essential role safe, reliable drinking water plays in public health, quality of life, economic strength, and thriving communities. It is also an opportunity to recognize the dedicated professionals who work every day to protect, treat, maintain, and deliver one of life’s most vital resources.

To help kick off Drinking Water Week 2026, Eufaula Water Works, in partnership with the Barbour County - Alabama Extension and Wallace Community College, hosted the Groundwater Festival on Friday, May 1.

This annual educational event gave students the opportunity to learn more about groundwater, conservation, source water protection, and the importance of protecting the water resources we all depend on. Groundwater is a vital part of our community’s daily life, and events like this help connect classroom learning with the real-world work involved in providing safe, dependable drinking water.

We are grateful to our partners, volunteers, educators, students, and sponsors who helped make this year’s Groundwater Festival a success. Your support helps strengthen water education, community awareness, and the next generation of water stewards.

04/15/2026

Eufaula Water Works is proud to recognize Floyd Pourchot for being named Apprentice of the Year for Region 6 by the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship.

This recognition reflects the progress, work ethic, and commitment Floyd has demonstrated throughout his apprenticeship. Selected from among apprentices across the region, he has consistently shown a willingness to learn, take on new challenges, and contribute meaningfully to the work being done in the field.

Over the course of the program, Floyd has continued to grow in both skill and confidence, becoming a dependable part of daily operations that support our water and wastewater systems. As one of the first successful graduates of the State’s apprenticeship program, he represents an important milestone in the continued development of a skilled workforce in Alabama.

This program is supported through partnership with the Alabama Rural Water Association and the Alabama Department of Workforce, which plays an important role in advancing workforce development opportunities across the utility industry.

We are proud of the work Floyd has accomplished and look forward to what lies ahead in his career. Please join us in congratulating Floyd on this well-deserved honor.

04/08/2026

We are proud to recognize Ladon White, Field Operations Manager for Eufaula Water Works, as the recipient of the Alabama Rural Water Association Wastewater Operator of the Year Award.

This honor is presented to a state-certified wastewater operator who demonstrates outstanding leadership and meaningful contributions to utility operations across Alabama. Ladon was recognized at the Association’s 48th Annual Technical Training Conference in Montgomery.

In his role, Ladon oversees the infrastructure that supports our water and wastewater systems, including the pipes, mains, meters, and field operations that serve our community every day. His work is foundational to the reliability and performance of our system, and his leadership continues to strengthen both our operations and our team.

Ladon is widely respected by his peers and valued by his crew, and the recognition he received reflects not only his technical expertise, but his commitment to continuous improvement and to the community we serve.

Please join us in congratulating Ladon on this well-deserved honor.

11/24/2025

🚧 Road Closure Notice – Sandford Avenue 🚧

Beginning tomorrow, November 25th, at 7:00 AM, a portion of Sandford Avenue will be closed until 5:00 PM for construction work related to sewer main improvements supporting the growing needs of the Eufaula City Schools.

• Only the section of Sandford Ave directly in front of the Sanford Auditorium will be closed.

• Homeowners in the area will still be able to access their homes.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we support important community growth projects. Please use caution when traveling near the work zone.

10/07/2025

Small utility. Big innovation. 💧
This press release is just the first glimpse—stay tuned as we share more about how Eufaula Water Works is modernizing to better serve you.

👉 Read more:

/PRNewswire/ -- Eufaula Water Works & Sewer Board is proving that innovation isn't only for large entities, leading the way in local municipal innovation...

09/22/2025

Congratulations, Christyna Orr — 2025 Women in Rural Water Luminary Award Recipient!

This past week at the WaterPro Conference in New Orleans, our Assistant General Manager, Christyna Orr, was honored with the 2025 Women in Rural Water Luminary Award, presented by the National Rural Water Association (NRWA).

“The Women in Rural Water Luminary Award is a dignified and empowering award that recognizes the exceptional achievements and contributions of women in the field of rural water. The award evokes a sense of brilliance, leadership, and inspiration, emphasizing the recipients’ significant impact and leadership within the rural water community”.

Selected from outstanding nominees across the country, Christyna’s recognition is not only a testament to her leadership and dedication, but also a tremendous honor for Alabama’s water professionals and for our organization. We are honored to see her contributions recognized on a national stage.

Please join us in congratulating Christyna on this distinguished accomplishment! 👏

09/19/2025

Congratulations to our two newest certified operators!

Please join us in congratulating Floyd Pourchot and Alexandrea Fortune on earning their Grade II Water Certification! 💧👏

This achievement marks a major milestone in their two-year apprenticeship journey, a program made possible through the joint collaboration of the Eufaula Water Works, Alabama Rural Water Association, and the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship.

Over the past two years, Floyd and Alexandrea have committed a vast number of study hours and hands-on training in the field to gain the knowledge and experience needed for this certification — a requirement for graduating the apprenticeship program.

We are incredibly proud of their hard work and perseverance. They are outstanding assets to the EWWSB team, and we can’t wait to see all they will accomplish in the future!

08/19/2025

🎉 Eufaula Water Works Wins Prestigious AWPCA Award! 🎉

We’re proud to announce that Eufaula Water Works has been awarded the Best Operated Plant Award by the Alabama Water & Pollution Control Association in the Ground Water 5,001–15,000 Population category! 🏆💧

This honor recognizes our commitment to operational excellence, water quality, and service to the Eufaula community. It’s a true team achievement, and we’re thrilled to share this moment with you!

📸 Pictured:

Kevin Heartsill, General Manager
Christyna Orr, Assistant General Manager
Michael Taylor, Production / Treatment Manager
Rodger Pippin, Water/Wastewater Plant Operator

Thank you to our incredible staff, board members, and the Eufaula community for trusting us to provide safe, reliable water every single day.

08/13/2025

🚨 Temporary Water Service Interruption Notice 🚨

Eufaula Water Works will be performing necessary water main repairs that will require temporary disconnection of water service in the following areas:

📍 Koa Campground
📍 All areas from Subway (1074 N. Eufaula Ave.) to Henry Road on HWY 82
📍 Colmont Drive

🛠 When: 8/13/25 5:45pm
🔧 Estimated Duration: Approximately 4 hours
💡 Why: To complete essential water main repairs and ensure the continued reliability of your water service.

We understand that interruptions are inconvenient and appreciate your patience as our crews work as quickly and safely as possible to restore service.

💧 Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.