Charlottesville, VA… April 18, 2025… The Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA) is pleased to announce that it has received several 2024 Excellence in Waterworks Operations/Performance Awards.
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) Office of Drinking Water recognized RWSA for its filtration, clarification, and backwashing procedures in its water treatment plants. The awards, presented last week, show RWSA’s commitment to providing clean and safe drinking water to its community members.
Each year, through Virginia’s Optimization Program, the VDH recognizes water treatment plants that perform above and beyond minimum water quality standards by optimizing and running their treatment process efficiently and effectively. The program’s primary purpose is to reduce risks to public health associated with drinking water.
The awards were based on Monthly Operating Reports (MOR) collected from multiple surface water treatment plants across the state. VDH uses water turbidity (how clear it is) as a main evaluation factor.
The Crozet Water Treatment Plant, North Rivanna Water Treatment Plant, and Scottsville Water Treatment Plant all received Gold Awards. The South Rivanna Water Treatment Plant and Observatory Water Treatment Plant received Silver Awards.