Columbus Utilities

09/29/2026

Columbus Utilities has contracted Zielies Tree Service to perform line clearance tree trimming around utility infrastructure throughout the City of Columbus - WI

This work is being conducted to maintain appropriate clearance around utility facilities and support the safety and reliability of our utility system. Zielies will be performing this work on behalf of Columbus Utilities.

For the safety of the public and the tree-trimming crews, please do not approach tree trimming crews while they are actively working. tree-trimming operations involve chainsaws, wood chippers, ropes, and working in close proximity to energized electrical facilities.

if you have questions regarding this work, please contact the Columbus Utilities office at (920) 623-5912.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep theses work areas safe.

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09/09/2026

Columbus utilities crews are responding to a watermain break at the intersection of Dix and Chapin st. Residents in the 200 block of Chapin St. will experience interruption of water service. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding while crews make necessary repairs as quickly and safely as possible.

08/18/2026

Great news! The City of Columbus - WI contractor was able to complete the scheduled water main work ahead of schedule. As a result, residents in the Ludington St/School St area will NOT have their water shut off today as previously anticipated. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue working to improve our city's critical infrastructure.

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08/11/2026

The City’s contractor will be closing the intersection of School Street and Ludington Street (STH 73) on the morning of August 17th to replace the existing water main and valves located in the intersection and asphalt pave. The closure will last for approximately 5 days, and the intersection will reopen by the close of business on Friday, August 21st. A detour route will be in place utilizing Fuller and Dix Streets. Please follow the posted detour and avoid this intersection so the contractor can complete the work in a timely and safe manner.

08/05/2026

We are still not done yet, but the linemen from all the 25 other cities this morning have asked to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to the City of Menasha residents. They are blown away by your generosity, kindness, food, and beverage donations. You have made their experience here unforgettable and they are beyond appreciative. THANK YOU!

07/14/2026

Columbus utilities has located a water main break on the 300 block of W. Harrison St. Customers on the 200 & 300 block of W Harrison, and 100 & 200 block of S Spring will have no water service available at this time.

Repair efforts have started.

Once water pressure has been reestablished, be prepared for some discoloration in your water. It is advised to let your faucet run until the water runs clear.

We will provide an update of the situation.

06/26/2026

UPDATE!

Water service has been restored to the below effected area. Please remove aerators and flush water!

Columbus Utilites is responding to a water main break at the intersection of S Spring and W Harrison St. Customers in the surrounding area will experience a loss of water service. Please stay tuned for updates.

06/25/2026

Columbus Utilites is responding to a water main break at the intersection of S Spring and W Harrison St. Customers in the surrounding area will experience a loss of water service. Please stay tuned for updates.

06/11/2026

-Update-

The water main break at School St. and S. Dickason Blvd. has been repaired.
Water pressure has been restored to the homes in the impacted area.
If you have discolored water, please let the faucet run until clear.
Thank you for your patience.

06/11/2026

Water Main break at School St. and S. Dickason Blvd.

The Columbus Utilities has a water main break at School St. and S. Dickason Blvd.
The problem has been located and is being repaired.
Once water pressure has been reestablished, be prepared for some discoloration in your water. It is advised to let your faucet run until the water runs clear.
An update to the situation will be provided later.