Houston Public Works
As the dedicated public works organization for the fourth largest city in the United States, we are committed to building, maintaining, and operating the essential infrastructure that supports daily life for over 2.3 million residents. From delivering safe drinking water to managing our streets and drainage systems, our team works tirelessly to ensure a healthy, safe, and vibrant city. To learn more about our department's key services, please visit our About Us page.
Popular Pages
Pay your water and wastewater services bill.
Request services and report issues using 311.
Apply for residential or commercial permits.
Find information about infrastructure projects.
Submit TPIA requests for public records.
Connect with other City of Houston departments.
Join Our Team
Discover a career with purpose at Houston Public Works! We have a wide range of opportunities in nearly every field—from skilled trades like electricians and plumbers, to sciences such as chemists and engineers. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, we have a job for you.
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Featured Programs
Water Bill Improvement Plan
Under Mayor John Whitmire’s leadership, Houston Public Works is bringing forth its plan to provide customers with accurate water bills and enhanced customer service while tackling structural issues aimed at restoring public trust through transparency.
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Roadside Ditch Re-establishment Program
Discover how the Roadside Ditch Re-establishment Program is enhancing drainage and improving neighborhoods. Explore our program timeline and view the Inspection Dashboard to see the progress near you!
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Houston Stormwater Master Plan
Discover how Houston Public Works is tackling flooding and securing our future with the Stormwater Master Plan, a comprehensive initiative to improve drainage systems and reduce flood risks.
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Lead and Copper Rule Revisions
Under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR), utilities must create an inventory of all the drinking water service lines in their system. The City of Houston (City) is doing an inventory of water service lines in all of its six water distribution systems. This inventory will identify the material of your water service line, including if it is made of lead.
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More Resources
Water Quality Report
Find out what's in your water! Our annual Water Quality Report provides detailed information on the quality of your drinking water, ensuring it meets or exceeds all federal and state standards. Visit this page to view current and previous water quality reports.
Protect Our Pipes
Working together, we can protect our pipes and our environment by preventing costly sewer overflows caused by grease and wipes. This page provides information and resources to help you and your community keep our wastewater system running smoothly.
Water Conservation
Conserve water and save money! Our website offers valuable resources, including information on our rain barrel sale, free water conservation tools, programs for commercial customers, downloadable educational graphics and activities, and helpful tips and toolkits.
Social Media
Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date with Houston Public Works! You'll get access to the latest news, project updates, job openings, and information about how we're working to improve our city's infrastructure.
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Contact Us
Houston Public Works has multiple avenues to reach out and learn about the department.
- Submit a Public Information Request - www.houstontx.gov/publicinformation
- Call – 832.395.2500
- Email – [email protected]
- Media Contacts – www.houstonpublicworks.org/news-and-public-notices