Oakland County, Michigan is in southeast Michigan, immediately north of the City of Detroit. The County covers 910 square miles and encompasses 62 cities, villages and townships (CVTs). Located astride the Interstate 75 corridor and at the heart of “Automation Alley”, Oakland County is a world technology center. Oakland County’s population is approximately 1.2 million, encompasses 545,000 parcels of property, and features one of the lowest operating tax rates in the state of Michigan. Oakland County is one of the few counties in the nation with a AAA bond rating. Additional information can be found on Oakland County’s website.
The Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner (WRC) operates and maintains more than 1,360 miles of sanitary sewer pipes, 1,300 miles of water distribution pipes, 450 separate county drains, more than 29 lake level control structures, and multiple wastewater treatment facilities. Additionally, WRC operates and maintains numerous underground and open ditch storm drainage systems through Oakland County Michigan. The WRC provides local sewer and water services to all or part of 17 communities.