Purchasing a Water Meter

Prior to receiving water service, customers must have a service line and an appropriately sized water meter installed by Tualatin Valley Water District. Learn more about purchasing a meter and connecting to the water system below.

Before purchasing a meter, the District will need a copy of the building permit and information to determine the needed water meter size. Water meter sizes are based on the plumbing fixture count.

• Download and complete a Water Meter Sizing Worksheet. This worksheet helps District staff determine the minimum meter size allowable based on fixture units. Submit completed form to MeterSales@TVWD.org.
• Pay associated fees and charges in full once approved by TVWD staff. Refer to Development Fees and Charges Page.
• Review the Rules and Regulations for ongoing requirements of District customers.

Prior to installation, tasks must be completed to ensure proper installation of the water service:

• Stake the location and grade the area if service is not in an existing subdivision.
• Make the meter location accessible and keep the area free of debris.
• Replace a broken or missing meter box. Refer to current standards for allowable meter boxes and lids.

To ensure continuing service, and to avoid additional charges or fines, customers must adhere to the following:

• Do not tamper with the meter. It is illegal to remove the water meter to connect directly to TVWD's service. Connection materials will be confiscated, and illegal connection charges assessed, including an estimated commodity charge.
• Removing the metal tailpiece and connecting directly to the water meter will result in a shutoff and locking the meter until appropriate repairs are made. Fines will be assessed.
• A missing or stolen water meter will be assessed at the current replacement rate. Payment for the replacement meter must be made at TVWD's offices before reinstallation.
• If you break the shutoff valve at the meter (curb stop), you will be billed for repairs.
• If you damage the TVWD service line, you will be billed time and materials for repairs.