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Special collection April 1 for computers, tires, ammunition and medications
Oklahoma City will host a special collection for unwanted computers, tires, ammunition and prescription medications from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at the OKC Fairgrounds. The drop off site will be on the south side of the fairgrounds, east of the Jim Norick Arena.
03/09/2023 2:47 PM
Western Avenue closes between Main and NW 4th Streets
Beginning today, Jan. 23, a portion of Western Avenue between Main and NW 4th Streets is closed for about five months while crews with the Oklahoma City Utilities Department install a new sewer line in the area.
01/23/2023 2:17 PM
OKC offers options for Christmas tree disposal
Don’t simply throw your Christmas tree away – turn it into free mulch with help from the City of Oklahoma City. Residential Oklahoma City Solid Waste customers with curbside trash and bulky waste services may also set their natural or artificial trees at the curbside for collection with other bulky
12/20/2022 8:24 AM
Help prevent broken pipes during freezing weather
With pre-Christmas temperatures expected to dip well below freezing later this week, the Oklahoma City Utilities Department wants to remind residents of how to protect their plumbing and help pipes from bursting.
12/19/2022 12:49 PM
Know what’s “Naughty” and what’s “Nice” for your recycling cart this holiday season
The holiday season may be time to be jolly, but it’s also a time to remind everyone about what’s “Naughty” and “Nice” for residential curbside recycling. Customers can help us cut down on recycling contamination by remembering to recycle right.
12/15/2022 2:42 PM
Water and wastewater bill pay assistance program available to Oklahoma City Utilities customers
Oklahoma City Utilities customers who need help paying a water or wastewater bill may now turn to Oklahoma Human Services for help.
10/27/2022 10:47 AM
Water Trust officials request water release from Canton Lake to meet Central Oklahoma water needs
Officials with the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust are working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to draw water from Lake Canton in northwest Oklahoma. The water is needed to help increase water levels at Lake Hefner, which serves as a primary water source for the City of Oklahoma City.
10/14/2022 4:16 PM
City offers free landfill day for OKC residential trash customers on Saturday, September 10
Fall landscape season is upon us. That means Oklahoma City residential solid waste customers can get rid of their extra junk or landscape debris during the City’s Free Landfill Day on Saturday, September 10.
09/02/2022 11:06 AM
City officials request water release from Canton Lake to meet Central Oklahoma drinking water needs
Utilities officials with the City of Oklahoma City are working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to draw water from Lake Canton in northwest Oklahoma. The water is needed to help increase water levels at Lake Hefner, which serves as a primary drinking water source for OKC.
08/11/2022 3:37 PM
Standard & Poor’s, Moody’s reaffirm OKC Utilities AAA and Aaa ratings
S&P Global Ratings (Standard & Poor’s) and Moody’s Investor Services (Moody’s) have reaffirmed the AAA and Aaa ratings of the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust (OCWUT). The ratings place OCWUT among the top 7% and 5%, respectively, for municipal water and wastewater utilities.
07/07/2022 9:40 AM
Save money this summer with these water-saving tips from OKC Utilities
Oklahoma City residents wanting to reduce their water bill this summer may want to check their sprinkler systems. Broken heads or lines, or a poorly programmed schedule, can cause residents to use more water than is needed to enjoy a green and lush lawn in the summer.
05/31/2022
City offers free landfill day for OKC residential trash customers on Saturday, May 14
Spring cleaning season is upon us. That means Oklahoma City residential solid waste customers can get rid of their extra junk or landscape debris during the City’s Free Landfill Day on Saturday, May 14.
05/12/2022 10:47 AM
Oklahoma City celebrates national “Drinking Water Week”
The City of Oklahoma City is joining municipal water utilities across the country to recognize May 1-7 as this year’s National Drinking Water Week.
05/02/2022 9:59 AM
Summer heat is here, conserve water to avoid a high bill
Outdoor water use in Oklahoma City can account for about 40% of household consumption. Landscape sprinkler system use is the most common cause of an unexpected high water bill. Use water wisely with these tips.
08/27/2021 9:18 AM
OKC resumes normal bulky waste operations, 2 free landfill days remain
The City of Oklahoma City has resumed its normal bulky trash collection schedule after experiencing delays primarily attributed to a higher-than-usual number of set-outs.
08/10/2021 11:57 AM
Oklahoma City offering 3 free landfill days for OKC trash customers
The Utilities Department is offering three free landfill days to Oklahoma City solid waste services customers with extra junk or landscape debris.
07/20/2021 11:08 AM
Bulky waste collection still delayed for some OKC customers
Crews are working longer hours and weekends to try to catch up with increased volume of Oklahoma City bulky waste collections, but some customers may still have a short delay.
06/29/2021 2:27 PM
Oklahoma City’s Independence Day holiday schedule
City of OKC services are affected July 4-5 in observance of Independence Day.
06/29/2021 8:00 AM
Blue-green algae present in Oklahoma City’s Lake Hefner
This summer’s recent rainfall events are having an impact on Lake Hefner, with blue-green algae now present.
06/28/2021 10:06 AM
Check your sprinklers now to avoid high summer water bills
Summer is a great time check your sprinkler system to make sure it’s set correctly and there are no hidden leaks or issues.
06/11/2021 9:09 AM