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Our Mission

At Franklin County Rural Water District 1, we are committed to providing safe, high quality water services to our community, while maintaining a standard of excellence in customer service and environmental conservation.

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Conservation Tips

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Operator on Vacation

July 02, 2025

The Water District Operator, Tom Wilson, will be out of town until July 14th. IF you are calling about a Utility Locate, Please Call Tim Silvers, with Douglas County Rural Water #4, who is assisting us with locates during this time, at (785)766-9697. IF you are calling for a service call, please call Rural Water Services at (913)238-0876 or (785)418-5461. For any non-emergency request, please leave a message with your name and number at the normal service number, (785)418-1323, and Tom will get back to you when he returns. Make it a good day!

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The Role of Water in Preparedness: Essential Kits for Every Season

The Role of Water in Preparedness: Essential Kits for Every Season

September 02, 2025

September is National Preparedness Month, a time to reflect on how ready we are for unexpected events. Whether it's severe weather, a natural disaster, or a power outage, one thing is for certain: water plays a crucial role in our preparedness plans.

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