City of Lincoln Park Water Department: Pay Bill, Rates, Final Read & Meter Help
Lincoln Park water customers usually need a fast answer: where to pay the utility bill, what the Invoice Cloud fees are, how phone payment works, how to enroll in automatic withdrawal, what to do before selling or moving, who maintains water mains and hydrants, and why a meter replacement letter may arrive. This guide turns the City’s official payment, water account, rates, DPS, meter replacement and water quality pages into one scan-first checklist so residents can act without digging through multiple city pages.
Choose the Lincoln Park Water Task You Actually Need
Lincoln Park Water Contacts That Matter
| Need | Official detail | Use this for |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall / general utility contact | 1355 Southfield Rd., Lincoln Park, MI 48146; 313-386-1800; Monday-Friday 8 AM-4 PM | General city routing, utility questions, payment office reference. |
| Water Department auto-pay / final read help | 313-386-1800 ext. 1252 / 1253 | Automatic water bill payment and final water read questions. |
| Phone payment | 855-564-0444 | Invoice Cloud phone payment by official phone route. |
| Department of Public Services | 500 Southfield, Lincoln Park, MI 48146; 313-386-9000; Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-3:30 PM | Water mains, hydrants, catch basin, street and public works questions. |
| Illegal dumping / illicit discharge report | 888-223-2363 | Report illicit discharges or illegal dumping listed under DPS. |
How to Pay a City of Lincoln Park Water Bill Online
Start from the official City page
Open Lincoln Park Online Payments, then use the City-linked Invoice Cloud utility payment link.
Choose utility bill payment
The page says residents can view and pay Utility, Winter Tax, Summer Tax, Building Permits and special assessment bills online. Choose the utility/water bill route, not tax or permit payment.
Use the portal features if helpful
Invoice Cloud can be used for 24/7 payment, email reminders, paperless billing, autopay and scheduling a payment date.
Save the confirmation
Keep payment date, confirmation number, amount, account number and payment method until the payment posts correctly.
Lincoln Park Invoice Cloud Payment Fees
| Payment type | Official fee | What users should know |
|---|---|---|
| Credit card / debit card | 2.95%, minimum $2 | Applies to online card payment and City Hall card payment. |
| PayPal products | 2.95%, minimum $2 | Listed under Invoice Cloud electronic payment options. |
| Venmo | 2.95%, minimum $2 | Listed with card/PayPal product fee group. |
| EFT / ACH e-check | $1.95 | Often cheaper than percentage-based card payment for larger bills. |
| Phone payment | Additional $0.95 surcharge plus normal service fees | Use only when phone payment convenience is worth the extra surcharge. |
Automatic Water Bill Payment in Lincoln Park
The City offers automatic withdrawal of water account payments from checking or savings. This is different from simply making a one-time Invoice Cloud payment.
Open the official auto-payment page
Use Automatic Water Bill Payment for the City’s auto-withdrawal instructions.
Use checking or savings account information
The City describes the program as automatic withdrawal from a savings or checking account.
Wait for confirmation on your next bill
The City says it takes approximately 30 days for automatic withdrawal to go into effect, and your next water bill will indicate if enrollment has taken place.
Final Read for a Lincoln Park Water Account
Final water reads matter when a property is sold, a tenant moves, or a final bill must be sent to more than one party. Lincoln Park’s form has strict timing rules.
| Final-read rule | Official detail | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Request timing | Final bill request will be generated the next business day. | Do not wait until the closing day. |
| No same-day read | Final reads will not be read same day or from a previous date. | Choose a future date. |
| Digital reads | Final meter reads can usually be read digitally, so property entry is often not needed. | Still provide correct contact details in case entry is required. |
| Multiple recipients | Include all addresses and names if more than one person needs to receive the final read. | Add title company, owner, buyer/seller or property manager when applicable. |
| Questions | Contact Water Department at 313-386-1800 ext. 1252. | Call before submitting if the closing date is tight. |
Lincoln Park Water and Sewer Rates: July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026
The City says the Mayor and City Council adopted the following water and sewer bill rates for the fiscal year July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
| Charge item | Official cost | What it means on a bill |
|---|---|---|
| Water rate | $60.03 per 1,000 cu. ft. | Main water usage charge. |
| Capital improvements | $6.50 per 1,000 cu. ft. | Water-related capital improvement charge. |
| Sewer rate | $83.13 per 1,000 cu. ft. | Main sewer usage charge. |
| Sewer improvements | $1.93 per 1,000 cu. ft. | Sewer improvement charge. |
| Ecorse Creek User Fee | $0.93 per 1,000 cu. ft. | Additional sewer/watershed-related fee line. |
| Sewer surcharge | $1.43 per 1,000 cu. ft. | Additional sewer surcharge. |
| Rubbish | $38.60 per quarter | May appear alongside utility charges. |
| Recycling | $17.34 per quarter | May appear alongside utility charges. |
Meter / Ready-to-Serve Charges
| Meter size | Quarterly charge | User note |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 inch | $9.21 per quarter | Common small-meter category. |
| 1 inch | $9.21 per quarter | Same listed quarterly charge as less than 1 inch. |
| 1.5 inch | $18.43 per quarter | Larger service meter. |
| 2 inch | $29.48 per quarter | Larger service meter. |
| 3 inch | $58.97 per quarter | Large meter category. |
Department of Public Services: Water Mains, Hydrants and Field Work
Lincoln Park’s Department of Public Services maintains water mains and hydrants, along with parks, parking islands, street maintenance, catch basin repairs, tree trimming/removal and snow removal.
Use DPS for…
Water main or hydrant issue, public infrastructure, catch basin, field-service concern, illegal dumping or illicit discharge.
DPS phone: 313-386-9000
Use billing office for…
Water account, payment, Invoice Cloud, automatic withdrawal, final read, utility bill and billing account questions.
City phone: 313-386-1800
Lincoln Park Citywide Water Meter Replacement Program
The City announced a citywide meter replacement program posted December 2, 2025, to upgrade every residential and commercial water meter over 10–12 months. The City says it is partnering with Master Meter, Inc. and HydroCorp.
| Meter program item | Official detail | User action |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment letter | HydroCorp will send a letter with scheduling instructions. | Wait for the official letter and follow the scheduling instructions. |
| Scheduling | City staff cannot schedule appointments for this program. | Use the HydroCorp / landing page route from the notice. |
| Technician identity | HydroCorp technicians are authorized city contractors. | Ask for identification before allowing access. |
| Before appointment | Make sure the water meter is accessible and shut-off valves on both sides work. | Clear the area around the meter before appointment day. |
| New customer tools | My Water Advisor 2.0 can track water use, set monthly budgets, monitor consumption and send leak alerts. | Use the portal after meter upgrade to catch high usage early. |
Lincoln Park Water Quality Reports
The City’s Department of Public Services page links to an official Water Quality Reports archive. The archive includes reports such as 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 and earlier annual reports.
Use water reports for…
Annual drinking water quality information, source details, testing summary, regulated substances and public water system context.
Use billing/DPS for…
Bill amount, payment, final read, meter replacement, water main, hydrant or service account questions.
Sewer Backup Claim Notice Rules in Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park’s sewer backup page summarizes Michigan Public Act 222 requirements for claims related to sewer-disposal or stormwater-system events.
| Claim requirement | Official summary | User action |
|---|---|---|
| System defect | Claimants must show the City’s sewage-disposal system had a defect. | Document the event and any city-system evidence. |
| City knowledge | Claimants must show the City knew or reasonably should have known about the defect. | Save prior reports, calls or notices if applicable. |
| Reasonable remedy time | Claimants must show the City did not remedy the defect in reasonable time. | Record dates, times and responses. |
| Damage cause | Claimants must show the defect caused the event and damage or injury. | Take photos, videos, repair estimates and cleanup records. |
| Written notice | Written notice must be provided within 45 days after damage or injury is discovered. | Do not delay if a basement flooding or sewer event occurs. |
| Notice contents | Notice should include claimant name, address, phone, affected property address, date discovered and brief claim description. | Use the City’s Sewer Overflow/Backup Claim Form route. |
What to Say When Calling Lincoln Park About Water
| Situation | Say this | Have ready |
|---|---|---|
| Payment issue | “I made a Lincoln Park utility payment through Invoice Cloud and need to confirm it posted.” | Account number, confirmation number, amount, payment date, payment method. |
| Fee question | “I want to understand the Invoice Cloud fee before paying my water bill.” | Payment amount and method you plan to use. |
| Automatic withdrawal | “I submitted automatic water bill payment information and want to know whether enrollment is active.” | Account number, submission date, latest water bill. |
| Final read | “I need a final water account read for a future last-bill date.” | Property address, requested final date, requestor phone, email/fax/mail preference, additional parties. |
| Water main or hydrant | “I’m reporting a possible water main or hydrant issue at [location].” | Exact location, cross street, photos if safe, whether water affects traffic/property. |
| Meter replacement | “I received a HydroCorp / water meter replacement notice and need help confirming scheduling steps.” | Letter, property address, account/customer info, available appointment times. |
Lincoln Park Water Billing and DPS Map
Billing/general city contact is listed at 1355 Southfield Rd. DPS is listed separately at 500 Southfield. Confirm whether your task is billing/account-related or field-service-related before visiting.
City of Lincoln Park / City Hall
Address: 1355 Southfield Rd., Lincoln Park, MI 48146. Use for general city/water account routing and official payment-page reference.
Official Lincoln Park Water and Utility Links
Online Payments
Invoice Cloud utility payment, phone payment number, portal features and processing fee details.
Open Online PaymentsInvoice Cloud Payment Portal
City-linked online payment portal for utility and other city bill payments.
Open Invoice CloudAutomatic Water Bill Payment
Automatic withdrawal details, 30-day timing and Water Department extension numbers.
Open Auto PaymentFinal Read for Water Account
Final bill request, future date rule, next-business-day generation and delivery method options.
Open Final Read FormWater & Sewer Rates
Current July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 water, sewer, meter, rubbish and recycling rates.
Open RatesDepartment of Public Services
DPS contact, water mains, hydrants, catch basin, maintenance and field-service routing.
Open DPS PageWater Meter Replacement Program
Citywide meter replacement, HydroCorp scheduling, Master Meter, My Water Advisor 2.0 and no-cost notice.
Open Meter ProgramWater Quality Reports
Official archive of annual drinking water quality reports.
Open Water ReportsSewer Backup Legislation
Public Act 222 sewer backup notice requirements and claim form direction.
Open Sewer Backup InfoCity of Lincoln Park Water Department FAQs
How do I pay my Lincoln Park water bill online?
Use the official Lincoln Park Online Payments page and open the City-linked Invoice Cloud payment portal.
What is the Lincoln Park water bill phone payment number?
The City lists pay by phone at 855-564-0444.
What are Lincoln Park online payment fees?
The City says Invoice Cloud charges 2.95% for credit/debit card, PayPal products and Venmo payments, with a $2 minimum. EFT/ACH e-check payments are listed at $1.95.
Is there an extra fee for paying Lincoln Park by phone?
Yes. The City says phone payment has an additional $0.95 surcharge along with the other Invoice Cloud service fees.
Does Lincoln Park offer automatic water bill payment?
Yes. Lincoln Park offers automatic withdrawal from savings or checking accounts. The City says there is no City cost for the service, though your financial institution may have a charge.
How long does Lincoln Park automatic water payment take to start?
The City says it takes approximately 30 days for automatic withdrawal to go into effect, and your next water bill will indicate if enrollment has taken place.
How do I request a final read for a Lincoln Park water account?
Use the official Final Read for Water Account form. The City says final bill requests are generated the next business day and final reads are not same-day or from a previous date.
What are Lincoln Park water and sewer rates for 2025-2026?
The City lists water at $60.03 per 1,000 cu. ft., capital improvements at $6.50, sewer at $83.13, sewer improvements at $1.93, Ecorse Creek user fee at $0.93 and sewer surcharge at $1.43 per 1,000 cu. ft.
Who maintains Lincoln Park water mains and hydrants?
The Department of Public Services page says DPS maintains water mains and hydrants. DPS phone is 313-386-9000.
Is Lincoln Park replacing water meters?
Yes. The City announced a citywide water meter replacement program posted December 2, 2025, upgrading residential and commercial meters over 10–12 months. HydroCorp will send scheduling letters, and replacements are listed as no cost to residents.
Where can I find Lincoln Park water quality reports?
Use the official Water Quality Reports archive, which lists annual reports including 2023, 2022, 2021 and earlier years.
What is the sewer backup claim notice deadline in Lincoln Park?
The City’s sewer backup page says written notice must be provided within 45 days after damage or injury is discovered for a sewer-disposal-system event claim.
Best Way to Handle a Lincoln Park Water Department Task
Lincoln Park’s official water information is useful, but it is split across Online Payments, Automatic Water Bill Payment, Final Read, Water & Sewer Rates, DPS, Water Quality Reports, Sewer Backup and Meter Replacement pages. This guide brings the most important official details into one scan-first checklist for residents who want answers quickly.
Editorial note: This guide is informational and summarizes official City of Lincoln Park, Michigan water billing, payment, final read, rate, DPS, sewer backup, meter replacement and water quality resources for easier public use. Official fees, rates, phone numbers, forms, office hours, contractor schedules, meter program rules and payment policies can change. Confirm final details on official citylp.com and the City-linked payment portal before paying, enrolling, requesting a final read, filing a claim or making account decisions.