Meade County Water District provides reliable drinking water service to residents and businesses across Meade County, Kentucky. As a customer, it’s important to pay your water bill on time each month. This article outlines the various payment options available through Meade County Water to easily pay your bill.
About Meade County Water District
Meade County Water District is a public water utility serving nearly 5,000 customers in Meade County They utilize deep wells and a treatment plant to deliver high-quality drinking water that meets all federal and state standards
Water bills are issued monthly and reflect your usage plus a monthly service charge. Bills are due by the 10th of each month to avoid penalties. As a customer you are responsible for paying your bill by the due date to maintain uninterrupted service.
Ways to Pay Your Meade County Water Bill
Meade County Water offers flexibility and convenience through various payment methods:
Pay Online
The fastest way to pay is through Meade County Water’s online payment portal at meadecountywater.com/bill-pay. Just enter your account number and exact balance due to securely process your payment by credit/debit card or e-check.
Pay by Phone
You can pay your water bill over the phone by calling 270-422-5006 Meade County Water staff can take your payment info and provide confirmation during business hours (Monday-Friday 8 15am-4 15pm).
Pay by Mail
Mail your check or money order payment to:
Meade County Water District
1003 Armory Place
Brandenburg, KY 40108
Please write your full account number on the payment to ensure proper crediting. Allow 5-7 business days for mailed payments.
Pay in Person
Visit the Meade County Water office at 1003 Armory Place in Brandenburg to pay your bill in person Monday-Friday from 8:15am-4:15pm. They accept cash, check, money order or card.
Use the Drop Box
A 24/7 drop box is located outside the Brandenburg office. Place your payment in an envelope with your account number. Payments left in the drop box by 8am are credited same-day.
Pay at Meade County Bank
You can also pay your Meade County Water bill at the Flaherty branch of Meade County Bank located at 4800 Flaherty Road. Pay at the teller or use the night deposit box.
Enroll in Auto-Pay
For automated payments, enroll in the EZ Pay program. This automatically deducts your balance from a bank account each month on the due date. Call 270-422-5006 to set up auto-pay.
Receive Reminders
Meade County Water lets you choose to receive payment reminders by phone, email or text message as your due date nears. Sign up for alerts through your online account or by calling.
Ask About Assistance
If you are having difficulty paying your bill, ask Meade County Water about potential payment arrangements or assistance programs. Extensions or payment plans may be available depending on your situation.
Review Billing Policies
Here are some key billing policies and reminders from Meade County Water:
- Bills are issued monthly and due by the 10th of the month. Late fees apply after the due date.
- Failure to pay may result in disconnection of service. Reconnect fees will apply for restoration of service.
- Accepted payment types are online, phone, mail, in person, drop box, and auto-pay.
- Cash payments are discouraged for safety reasons. Receipts will not be given for cash payments.
- Please contact our office if you need to set up a payment plan.
- Customer service can answer questions Monday-Friday 8:15am-4:15pm.
Paying Your Bill is Quick and Easy
(old) Monthly Water Rates
- 0 – 2,000 Gallons – $ 18.60 (Minimum Bill)
- Next 5,000 Gallons – $9.01 Per 1,000 gallons
- Next 10,000 Gallons – $8.68 Per 1,000 Gallons
- Next 20,000 Gallons – $7.91 Per 1,000 Gallons
- Over 37,000 Gallons – $6.83 Per 1,000 Gallons
- Bulk Sales (Ghen Rd) – $6.33 Per 1,000 Gallons
- Doe Valley Water – $4.22 Per 1,000 Gallons
- Otter Creek Water – $4.34 Per 1,000 Gallons
The monthly bill for a residential customer using an average of 4,000 gallons per month is $35.55. *A 3% Kentucky School Tax is added to all monthly bills
DepositsDeposit – $00Deposit, with interest, is returned or applied to current bill after three years if account is current and in good order.
All Larger meters – Call the office at (270) 422-5006 for a quote
- Connection – Turn–on Charge – $25.00
- Field Visit – $25.00
- Meter re-read – $25.00
- Service Call – Investigation – $25.00
- Returned Check – $25.00
- Meter relocation – call the office at (270) 422-5006 for a quote
- Reconnection Charge – $50.00
- Meter Test – $50.00
- Late Payment Penalty – 10 percent
- Connection Turn On (After Hours) – $50.00
- Meter re-read (After Hours) – $50.00
- Service Call – Investigation (After Hours) – $50.00
- Meter Tampering Charge – $50.00
It’s easy for existing customers to automate payments, or transfer or disconnect service. Simply fill out the corresponding form and either fax it, scan and email it or bring it to our office.
1003 Armory Place Brandenburg, KY 40108 PH: 270-422-5006 FX: 270-422-5068Send us an Email