Visit the water, sewer & trash billing page for information on the following:

• Start/stop service
• Make payments
• Find your water district
• Register for an online account
• Autopay
• Vacation arrangements
• Water & wastewater rate structure
• Recycling/trash services and rates

Carlsbad Municipal Water District rates are among the lowest in the region. The rates customers pay for water, recycled water and wastewater cannot be higher than the cost to provide these services. 

The City of Carlsbad and Carlsbad Municipal Water District conduct regular studies to determine this cost and whether any rate changes are needed. The Carlsbad City Council approved the last rate increases on Jan. 11, 2022.

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Preventing sewer spills and responding quickly and effectively if one occurs, are critical to protecting public health, property and the environment. Even with a vigilant prevention program, spills can still occur. If that happens, city staff is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, to take care of the problem. To report a sewer smells, leaks, and spills call 442-339-2722.

The City of Carlsbad has a comprehensive program in place to prevent sewer spills. Read more on the spill prevention page.

Sewer backups can be expensive and messy. Keeping sewer pipes clean and operational:

• Avoids frustrating and unpleasant plumbing clogs
• Protects the ocean
• Safeguards public health and the environment
• Prevents expensive plumbing repairs

Visit the clog prevention page to learn about the most common causes of clogs and for tips on preventing clogs inside and outside the home.

The City of Carlsbad is committed to maintaining the important infrastructure needed to safely and reliably operate our wastewater system. Food service providers are required to participate in the city's Grease Control Program and properly dispose of fats, oils and grease. 

Resources for food service providers