Sugar Hollow Reservoir
Drinking Water
Rivanna takes immense pride in providing clean, safe drinking water. We manage five reservoirs to ensure a reliable water supply for our community.
Wastewater Treatment & Water Resource Recovery
Treating wastewater protects human and environmental health. Rivannaʼs four water resource recovery facilities are operated by highly-skilled and licensed staff.
Moores Creek Advanced Water Resource Recovery Facility
Construction Projects
Over the past ten years, we have invested in significant safety, environmental and capital improvement projects totaling $265 million dollars. The result: increased reliability, effectiveness, and efficiency of our entire water infrastructure. And thatʼs just the beginning!
Featured Content
Community Water Supply Plan
In 2002, the Central Virginia Region experienced a historical drought that prompted a decade-long water supply planning process to ensure the needs of our region are reliably met.
Pictured: Ragged Mountain Dam
Who We Are
Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA) was created in 1972 to provide wholesale water treatment, and wastewater interception and treatment.
Education Center
Rivanna’s staff is committed to promoting environmental awareness through education and community outreach. We collaborate with the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County to deliver high-quality services while serving as a valuable educational resource.
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At Rivanna, we always have something new to share. Below, you’ll find updates related to Rivanna, along with upcoming events.
