Septic, Sewer & Water
Over half of Doylestown Township’s 6,000 households rely on private wells for their water, while others receive public water service through the Doylestown Township Municipal Authority (DTMA) or the Bucks County Water & Sewer Authority (BCWSA). Similarly, residents are either connected to public sewer service provided by BCWSA or use on-lot septic systems. Because much of the community depends on groundwater, Doylestown Township is committed to protecting this vital resource through responsible wastewater management and proper septic system maintenance.
On-Lot Septic Systems & the Septage Management Program (SMP)
Doylestown Township adopted Ordinance No. 299 in 2001 to protect groundwater quality and public health. This ordinance established the Septage Management Program (SMP), which requires:
- All properties with on-lot septic systems to be pumped and inspected every three years by a Township-approved pumper/hauler
- Water testing for coliform bacteria (E. coli) every three years if you also have a private well
For details on the program and to see the license haulers and water testing facilities, visit our Septic Management Program page.
Homes in Doylestown Township are either connected to public sewer or use on-lot septic systems. The public sewer system is owned and operated by the Bucks County Water & Sewer Authority (BCWSA):
Bucks County Water & Sewer Authority
1275 Almshouse Road
Warrington, PA 18976
Phone: (215) 343-2538
Visit BCWSA Website
From 2018 through 2022, BCWSA conducted major sewer infrastructure upgrades and home connections in the Pebble Ridge, Woodridge, and Vicinity neighborhoods. For detailed information, frequently asked questions, and project documents, visit the project page: Pebble Ridge, Woodridge, and Vicinity Sewer & Water Project
Public Water & Sewer Services
Public Water
Residents connected to public water may receive service from:
Public Sewer
Public sewer service in the Township is provided by:
Deduct Meters
Home owners with public sewer and public water may want to consider switching to a deduct meter. A deduct meter will save money on a sewer bill if a home owner is filling a pool or using an irrigation/lawn sprinkler system. The cost for the deduct meter and installation is $750. For more information call the Bucks County Water and Sewer Authority.
Doylestown Township ACT 537 Plan Update
An Act 537 Plan Update is a state-mandated review of the Township’s sewage facilities to ensure safe, effective wastewater management and plan for future needs.
Baseline Water Quality Program – Coming Soon
Doylestown Township was awarded a grant to conduct a Baseline Water Quality Program. Check back soon for more information.
Get Involved! Attend a Public Water and Sewer Advisory Board Meeting!
The Public Water and Sewer Advisory Board meets the third Thursday of every month at 5:30 PM. The responsibilities of the Advisory board are to provide advice and make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors with respect to issues associated with public water and public sewer.