(City of Pocatello Press Release, April 29, 2026)
Get ready to make a splash, Water Week is back! The City of Pocatello Water Department is excited to host its 32nd Annual Open House in celebration of National Drinking Water Week, May 4 through May 7, 2026.
The event will be held at the Water Operations Facility, located at 1889 N. Arthur Avenue. Open house hours are Monday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Wednesday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Community members are welcome to stop by at any time during these hours.
A favorite for local students, Water Week welcomes hundreds of participants each year for a fun, hands-on learning experience. With the continued encouragement and support of the Mayor and City Council, Water Department staff will be joined by representatives from Water Pollution Control, Sanitation, Science & Environmental, and the Bannock County Landfill to promote environmental education and awareness. This longstanding event has proven to be a meaningful and lasting educational experience for the community.
Through interactive displays and demonstrations, visitors can explore key themes, including:
- Water Quality
- Aquifer Protection
- Water Conservation
- Stormwater Management
- Wastewater Treatment
- Reuse and Recycling
For questions or more information, please contact the City of Pocatello Water Department at 208-234-6182.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of the City of Pocatello to offer its public programs, services, and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. If you are disabled and require an accommodation, please contact Skyler Beebe with two (2) business days’ advance notice at sbeebe@pocatello.gov; 208.234.6248; or 5815 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho. Advance notification within this guideline will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility.
