Elk River Municipal Utilities

Elk River Municipal Utilities A Minnesota municipal electric and water utility serving areas of Elk River, Otsego, Big Lake Township, and Dayton. Est in 1915. Outages call 763-441-2020.

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DROUGHT WARNING: Due to prolonged dry weather, areas across the state, including ERMU’s service territory have moved int...
06/26/2026

DROUGHT WARNING: Due to prolonged dry weather, areas across the state, including ERMU’s service territory have moved into the Drought Warning Response. Our area faces what is known as a "Storage Drought" which occurs after consecutive years of drought and/or dry periods and results from a critical depletion of lake levels, soil moisture, and groundwater levels. Areas in storage drought are extremely sensitive to worsening drought conditions and increased risk of wildfires.

The DNR is asking water systems and users across the state to reduce demand. For water conservation tips, visit: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/waters/watermgmt_section/appropriations/water-conservation-

ERMU customers are also reminded that the City of Elk River Code of Ordinances establishes two use restrictions for residents on the city’s water system to ensure adequate water supplies to meet the needs of our community.

🚫No lawn watering is allowed between the hours of 10am and 6pm. This is the hottest part of the day and most water is lost to evaporation.

📅If your address ends in an even number, you can water on even-numbered calendar days. If your address ends in an odd number, you can water on odd-numbered calendar days.

FUN FACT: The summer solstice arrived at 3:25 a.m. CDT on Sunday, June 21, 2026. It marked the official start of summer ...
06/22/2026

FUN FACT: The summer solstice arrived at 3:25 a.m. CDT on Sunday, June 21, 2026. It marked the official start of summer with the longest period of daylight and shortest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. ☀️

But here’s a fun little twist: It’s not technically the longest day of the year. Visit the link in the comments to find out why!

ERMU offices are closed today in observance of Juneteenth.
06/19/2026

ERMU offices are closed today in observance of Juneteenth.

ERMU was proud to join the Elk River Parks and Recreation Popsicles with Public Safety event at Lake Orono last night! A...
06/17/2026

ERMU was proud to join the Elk River Parks and Recreation Popsicles with Public Safety event at Lake Orono last night!

As your hometown water and electric utility, ERMU is always on call to help keep the community safe. Whether we are maintaining the infrastructure that supports daily life or responding to an emergency, our team is dedicated to providing safe, reliable service every day.

ERMU offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.
06/17/2026

ERMU offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

06/15/2026

Residential solar installation is an investment homeowners should thoughtfully consider before making a final commitment. ERMU can help you make an informed decision with tips on what to know before you buy! From getting multiple bids to calculating cost recovery time, we’ve got you covered.

Learn more at the link in the comments.

ERMU was excited to participate in the Elk River Parks and Recreation Summer Safety Camp today! Our staff truly enjoys t...
06/10/2026

ERMU was excited to participate in the Elk River Parks and Recreation Summer Safety Camp today! Our staff truly enjoys teaching kids how we stay safe on the job and how they can stay safe at home.

06/10/2026

Unlock the secrets to ideal lawn watering and never wonder if you're overdoing it or not watering enough. Discover expert tips to find the perfect balance for optimal root growth at the link in the comments.

06/08/2026

The next Utilities Commission Meeting will be at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9. The location for this meeting will be Elk River Municipal Utilities, 13069 Orono Parkway. The agenda and meeting packet can be found on our website. Find the link in the comments.

ERMU is pleased to announce that Elk River High School seniors Owen Bassett and Breanna Allen have been selected as reci...
06/04/2026

ERMU is pleased to announce that Elk River High School seniors Owen Bassett and Breanna Allen have been selected as recipients of the 2026 Elk River Municipal Utilities Scholarship. The students were recognized at the May commission meeting and will each receive a $1,000 award to go toward their post-secondary education.

We congratulate Owen and Breanna on this achievement and wish them the very best at graduation tonight and in their bright futures ahead!

Address

13069 Orono Parkway
Elk River, MN
55330

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17634412020

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