Payment Options
Online Payment
Pay your water bill securely online using Le-Ax Water District’s payment portal.
Pay by Phone
Call 740-594-0123 for payment information.
Pay in Person
Payments may be made at the Le-Ax Water District office:
Le-Ax Water District
6000 Industrial Drive (Located off Poston Road)
Athens, Ohio 45701
Pay by Mail
Please mail payments to:
Le-Ax Water District
6000 Industrial Drive
Athens, Ohio 45701
Automatic Bill Payment
Automatic bill payment allows your water bill to be deducted from your checking or savings account. Contact the Le-Ax Water District office for additional information.
Water Service Rates & Tap Fee
Effective January 1, 2026
| Meter Size | Meter Charge | Gallons |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8" | $25.00 | Up to 1,000 |
| 1" | $65.73 | Up to 2,500 |
| 2" | $260.97 | Up to 10,200 |
| 3" | $588.24 | Up to 23,000 |
| 4" | $1,047.05 | Up to 41,000 |
| 6" | $2,350.62 | Up to 92,000 |
Additional water: $0.01494 per gallon
Residential Tap (3/4" tap and 5/8" x 3/4" meter): $3,485
Fees & Penalties
| Fee or Penalty | Amount |
|---|---|
| Late-payment penalty | 12.5% of the current balance |
| Delinquency notice | $5.00 |
| Disconnection fee (2 month delinquency) | $65.00 for first offense; $100.00 for each additional offense |
| Tampering fee | $440.00 |
| After-hours, weekend, or holiday service/reconnection | $248.00 |