Roland E. Powell Convention Center   ***  Ocean City, Maryland​

August 26 - August 29, 2025

Chesapeake

Tri-Association Conference

Fast thinking and fun characterize this annual competition as teams of water plant operators square off against each other. The quiz show format tests the operators knowledge as they answer challenging technical, regulatory, and customer service questions.

The room will be filled with the spirit of contest as the participants are cheered, judges are booed, and competitors vie for a chance to go to the National Top Ops Challenge at AWWA 's Annual Conference and Exposition – to be held in  tbd, in June, 2025. 

To enter the competition, download and complete the entry form using the button at right, and send it to Anthony Rocco (contact below).

Registration for Conference Opens on June 1st.  Team members can register at the discounted rate of $100.00 for 2024, just select "Operator Competitions" on the first screen.

For more information contact Anthony Rocco, Howard County Bureau of Utilities, (410) 313-4945, or by email  arocco@howardcountymd.gov 

2024 Top Ops Competition

Thank you 2024 Sponsors!