Public Works  

Address: 275 East 200 North
Director: Howard Denney
Phone: 763-3060
Fax: 763-3005

The mission of American Fork City Public Works is to provide quality services to all of our residents by being diligent in the enforcement of wise engineering and construction practices.  We understand that our stewardship to the residents of American Fork extends beyond the present day and impacts the future quality of life for all of us.

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American Fork City Public Works field and shop crews are currently working 4 - 10 hour days Monday thru Thursday with the office hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  There is limited administrative staff available on Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to address resident inquiries.

Pressurized Irrigation Water

Recently we have received a number of phone calls concerning the source water for the pressurized irrigation system.  Previously American Fork City utilized culinary water  to charge the system at the completion of the first two phases last fall.  Recently the lower reservoir which is visible from 100 East at approximately 1500 North was completed and filled.  Water from the pond now feeds the pressurized irrigation system with water which is a blend of surface water from a variety of sources. The water will be screened, but not treated.  At this time there is no culinary water being used in the pressurized irrigation system.

As such, the pressurized irrigation water is not drinkable.  Residents should take the same precautions they would with any irrigation water that may contain bacteria regularly found in rivers and streams. Do not allow children to play in the water. In most cases, the hose bib attached to the residents' home is connected to the culinary system and it is recommended that “kiddie pools” be filled utilizing culinary water.

Water will be filtered to 300 micron, however it is recommended that homeowners check their individual irrigation systems and filter the water to the manufactured recommended level. A 500 micron filter is recommended for the protection of sprinkler heads.