Chester County Open Burn Ban Extended Through 12/26/2024

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The Chester County Commissioners extended the countywide open burn ban by 30 days. This extension came at the recommendation of the Chester County Department of Emergency Services (DES) and the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

The open burn ban includes open burning of any combustible material outdoors in either a burn barrel (screened or unscreened), fire ring, fire pit, or on the ground. This includes the burning of garbage, leaves, grass, twigs, litter, paper, and vegetation from land which has been cleared.

Per the County, all open burning is banned until Thursday, December 26, 2024, unless rescinded prior to that date.

Visit the Chester County Drought Dashboard for the most current updates.

Ridglea Water System – Water Flushing 11/18-11/21/2024

A flushing of the Ridglea Water Distribution System will be done November 18 through November 21.

During the flushing operation, customers may notice a temporary discoloration of their water and fluctuations in water pressure. We encourage customers to refrain from drawing water while flushing is being conducted. CUSTOMERS ARE ADVISED TO CHECK WATER CONDITIONS BEFORE DOING LAUNDRY. If you experience discolored water, please run your cold water faucet(s) for a few minutes.  

If you have any questions, please contact the South Coventry Township Office at 610-469-0444.

Drought Watch Declared 11/1/2024

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On November 1, 2024 the Pennsylvania Drought Task Force announced that 33 counties, including Chester County, are under a Drought Watch, and two counties are under a Drought Warning. Over the past 30 days (10/1/2024 – 10/31/2024), there has been either no rain or only 0.01 inches recorded at seven U. S. Geological Survey rain gauges throughout Chester County. The lack of rain has resulted in declining ground water levels, stream flows and reservoir levels.

While not required, residents and businesses are encouraged to voluntarily conserve water by reducing nonessential water use. For more information visit:

Chester County Water Resource Authority’s Drought Dashboard

Chester County Open Burn Ban 10/25/24-11/25/2024

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The Chester County Commissioners declared a ban on open burning for all residents and businesses in Chester County, effective at 5pm on Sunday, October 27, 2024. The open burn ban includes open burning of any combustible material outdoors in either a burn barrel (screened or unscreened), fire ring, fire pit, or on the ground.  This includes the burning of garbage, leaves, grass, twigs, litter, paper, and vegetation from land which has been cleared.

The temporary 30-day ban is based on current and forecasted weather conditions, as well as the recent increase in brush fires across the County. Wildfire potential is currently very high throughout Chester County due to the combination of drought, dry fuels, winds, and fluctuating temperatures.  All open burning is banned until Monday, November 25, 2024.

Visit www.chesco.org for more information.

Ridglea Water System – Water Flushing 10/23-10/25

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The maintenance on the Ridglea Water Tower has been finished.  Final testing has been completed and the Water Tower is back in service.

A flushing of the Ridglea Water Distribution System will be done on October 23 through October 25.

During the flushing operation, customers may notice a temporary discoloration of their water and fluctuations in water pressure. We encourage customers to refrain from drawing water while flushing is being conducted. CUSTOMERS ARE ADVISED TO CHECK WATER CONDITIONS BEFORE DOING LAUNDRY. If you experience discolored water, please run your cold water faucet(s) for a few minutes.  

If you have any questions, please contact the South Coventry Township office at 610-469-0444.

Ridglea Water System – Boil Water Notice Lifted

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The Boil Water Notice has been lifted for the Ridglea Water System. Water sampling was conducted in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection requirements. These tests for chlorine residual and bacteria met all state and federal drinking water standards. It is now safe to resume normal use of the water system.

Drinking Water Corrected Notification