The Forsyth County Department of Water & Sewer was recognized by the Board of Commissioners for winning eight prestigious awards from the Georgia Association of Water Professionals (GAWP) at a May 15 meeting.

The awards received include:

• Water Reclamation Facility of the Year Award for both the Fowler Water Reclamation Facility and the Manor Water Reclamation Facility
• 2025 Gold Awards for the Fowler, James Creek, Shakerag and Manor water reclamation facilities
• 2024 Platinum Collection System Excellence Award
• 2024 Platinum Distribution System Excellence Award

“These awards … recognize the awesome work, dedication and exceptional efforts of the Forsyth County water professionals to properly manage, operate, maintain and stay in full … compliance for our water and wastewater systems,” said Department of Water & Sewer Director Scott Adams at the meeting.

Pam Burnett, executive director of GAWP, said the awards reflect the Department of Water & Sewer’s “exceptional dedication, professionalism and operational excellence.”

The Board of Commissioners congratulates the Department of Water & Sewer and thanks its staff for their commitment to providing Forsyth County with the highest quality water and wastewater services.

Dept. of Water & Sewer staff were in attendance for the recognition at the May 15 meeting.