Water change temporary in Horseshoe Bay
Submitted by highlander1 on
If you have noticed a subtle change in Horseshoe Bay water, there is a reason and it is temporary.
The City of Horseshoe Bay will be making a temporary change to its water treatment process in order to maintain water quality throughout the distribution system.
The city announced that Tuesday, May 3, it will switch disinfectant from chloramines to free chlorine for a period of four weeks to help prevent nitrification in the distribution lines.
This process is regular maintenance which is performed every year or on an as-needed basis after field observation. Free chlorine is a stronger disinfectant than chloramines and will help rid bacterial growth from distribution piping, which can place a demand on the city's disinfectant residual.
Residents may perceive a slight taste and odor change in the water during the month-long treatment period, but the water is absolutely safe to drink and poses no health risks. On May 31, the city will transition back to the use of chloramines as its main disinfectant.
Residents may also see frequent flushing of lines by city employees in an effort to balance water quality needs and conservation. If you notice water quality issues, please call Steve Hawley at 830-598-9983 so the city can address the problem as quick as possible.
Rate this article:
