City of Atlanta Department of Corrections

DOC wishes a happy Memorial Day to you and yours. On this day we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country in the armed services.

The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management (DWM) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Atlanta, specifically in the downtown corridor, due to an internal power failure at the Hemphill Water Treatment Plant. Power has been restored at the pump station. This boil water advisory is out of an abundance of caution and in accordance with Georgia EPD guidance for public notice. Please see the maps for impacted area.

The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Atlanta, specifically in the downtown area, due to an internal power failure at the Hemphill Water Treatment Plant. This boil water advisory is out of an abundance of caution and in accordance with Georgia EPD guidance for public notice.

DWM is currently monitoring operations and systems pressures. The boil water advisory will remain in place until DWM is cleared to lift the advisory, following completion of sampling protocols.

To protect the public from a potential health hazard, all residents and property owners who have experienced water outages and/or low water pressures are advised to boil all water prior to use or use bottled water for drinking, cooking, preparing baby food, or brushing teeth. The water should be boiled for one minute past a rolling boil. Infants, the elderly, and those with immune deficiencies should be cautious. Also, do not drink water from public water fountains in the impacted area.

Happy Mother's Day to all of the fantastic mothers at DOC and everywhere. We are eternally grateful for the sacrifices you make to turn every moment into a special one. Thank you for all that you do.

Today, DOC hosted a fantastic "Cook-In" for our current and retired staff to enjoy! Top notch barbeque, music, games, karaoke and a photography booth were provided for all staff of DOC and the retirees to enjoy.

Reminder that tomorrow is our National Corrections Officer's and Nurses Week Cookout and Retirees Reunion is tomorrow!

Tonight, DOC treated its medical staff to a well-deserved appreciation dinner for the invaluable work they provide to make sure that both detainees and staff are in tip top shape at all times.

Today DOC celebrated Corrections Officer's and Nurses Week with a special theme, "Down Through the Years." All shifts of the facility chose a decade to represent with decorations, matching attire, and team spirit. Thank you for all that you do for DOC each and every day!

Today, DOC held a Health and Wellness fair for its staff in partnership with the Department of Human Resources Wellness Team. Staff received the opportunity to learn about insurance options, receive valuable wellness knowledge, and participate in giveaways while being treated to free lunch.