Regional Water Line

Western Jefferson County Regional Water Line  

In 1995, the Development Authority completed a 22-mile regional water transmission system that provides a reliable drinking water supply to communities between Cape Vincent and Glen Park. The $5 million project serves several town and village water districts, creating a cost-effective regional approach to water service while supporting future growth and development.

Water is purchased from the Village of Cape Vincent and supplied to the Towns of Cape Vincent, Lyme, and Brownville, as well as the Village of Chaumont. The Villages of Dexter and Brownville also have access to the system on an as-needed basis.

The regional water line is owned by the Development Authority and operated through contractual agreements with participating municipalities. Authority staff meet regularly with Regional Water Line partners to review operations, maintenance, and financial matters.