HMUA News
Q. Does this Boil Water Advisory from Well No. 4 effect me? A. If you have water service from the HMUA you are effected by the Boil Water Advisory. All HMUA Wells pump to the common distribution system and service the entire distribution area. Q. What if I have already consumed potentially contaminated water? A. The likelihood of becoming ill is low. However, illness is certainly possible, especially for people [...]
Due to inclement weather the Hackettstown Municipal Utilities Authority office will be closed Monday, February 23, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience.
As of October 14, 2025 the HMUA has changed its policy with regard to residential tenant billing. The HMUA has determined that is has expended significant hours and mailing costs in coordination of owner/tenant paperwork, mailing of delinquent notices to both owner and tenant, and coordination of both owner and tenant if/when the lien process must be initiated. As is standard practice for many water/sewer utilities due to the paperwork [...]
A water main break occurred last night in Mountain Avenue. The break has been isolated but water remains shut off between the McDonalds and Riverside Apts. until the repair is complete. The HMUA is in the process of repairing the water main break. Traffic will be impacted on Mountain Ave between East Ave. and Shelley Dr. Residents and motorists are encouraged to avoid this area and use an alternate route.