There are several reasons your bill could be unusually high. The most likely reason is an undetected leak. A running toilet caused by a leaking toilet flapper can use thousands of gallons of water per month. Replacing your toilet flapper with a new one costs only a few dollars.
In the summer, bills can be higher due to outdoor irrigation, filling swimming pools and watering plants or sod. Learn More
Many factors contribute to the cost of water. View this video for more detailed information.
The district provides service to a specific area in and around Dickinson. View our service map to determine if your address is within our boundaries or call Customer Service at 281-337-1576, option 1.
To submit a stop service request, print and complete this form, attach required documentation and email to customerservice@gcwcid1tx.gov or call 281-534-8371 to obtain our fax number. Customers can also call Customer Service at 281-337-1576, option 1.
To make a payment and have your service restored, you will need to come in or call the office during regular business hours at 281-337-1576, option 1.
If you need help paying your bill, contact one of these social service agencies.
Do not attempt to read your water meter. If you have a question about your water meter, please call Customer Service at 281-337-1576, option 1.
Do not attempt to turn off your water at the meter. If you do not have a cut-off valve on the outside of your house to turn off your own water, you can have the water district turn it off at the meter by calling Customer Service at 281-337-1576, option 1.
Our drinking water meets or exceeds all federal and state standards and is safe. Learn more by reading the most current Consumer Confidence Reports from WCID #1 and Gulf Coast Water Authority, WCID #1’s wholesale water provider.
No. The Galveston County Water Control and Improvement District #1 is a separate local governmental entity established in 1938. It provides drinking water, wastewater and contracted solid waste collection services to 8,700 households and businesses in the greater Dickinson area.
Call AmeriWaste, 281-585-3200
Call AmeriWaste, 281-585-3200
Free hazardous waste and electronics recycling services are available for WCID #1 residential customers by appointment at the Stella Roberts Recycling Center in Pearland. Learn More
Call AmeriWaste, 281-331-8400
All curbside recycling is collected on Thursdays.
Submit a written request:
By mail: P.O. Box 307, Dickinson, TX 77539
By e-mail: admin@gcwcid1tx.gov
In person: 2750 FM 517 Rd East, Dickinson, TX 77539
For more information about submitting an Open Records request click here.
In accordance with Texas Utilities Code, Sec. 182.052(c), a customer has the right to request disclosure of their personal information. To request disclosure, print and complete this form, attach required documentation, and email to customerservice@gcwcid1tx.gov or mail to P.O. Box 307, Dickinson, TX 77539.
