Pink Film in Toilet

The pink film commonly found in toilets is called Serratia marcescens. Serratia marcescens is naturally occurring in the environment and can be found in a variety of places. It is commonly found in soil, water, air and even on plants. … Read More

Moving Water a Water Line

As a reminder, if you are having ANY work done on the water supply line on your property, it is mandatory that OBWD be notified at 508-693-5527 BEFORE work begins and proper protocols be followed. It is now a Federal … Read More

Conservation Information

Oak Bluffs is in a MANDATORY WATER BAN, this means all outdoor non-essential water use must only be used every other day. It is more important than ever that we all do our part to conserve our precious water resources. … Read More

PFAS Information and Updates

Recently the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) rolled out new regulations related to the group of chemicals known as PFAS. As the public is aware, we have detected PFAS in our water system particularly at our Lagoon Pond and Farm Neck … Read More

Join Us – Water District Operator I

TITLE OF POSITION:  Oak Bluffs Water District Operator I BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Performs the necessary operational and maintenance duties to ensure the efficient and continuous operation of the water system. The Water District Operator I works under the general supervision of the District … Read More

Outdoor Watering Restriction Ban

Please read this important notice about Outdoor Watering Bans during the peak usage summer months: Outdoor Watering Restriction Ban (PDF will open in new window)