The Fayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) will begin its annual water treatment disinfectant changeover on Sunday, March 1, 2026. This temporary, month‑long change is an annual requirement by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) for all public water systems that normally use chloramines for disinfection.
Throughout March, PWC will shift from its standard chloramine disinfectant to free chlorine. Customers may notice a slight chlorine smell or experience temporary changes in water taste or appearance. These effects are normal and are not harmful.
This annual changeover includes all PWC customers; residential, commercial, and wholesale consumers- including those in Fort Liberty, the Town of Spring Lake, Hoke County, and the Town of Stedman. PWC will continuously monitor disinfectant levels to ensure safety and reliability…