Temporary Disinfectant Conversion from Chloramine to Free Chlorine Rescinded
The Bolivar Peninsula Special Utility District (BPSUD) PWS #0840044 Located in Crystal Beach, Texas (Galveston County) is coordinating with Lower Neches Valley Authority West Regional Water Treatment Plant (WRWTP) PWS #0360112, has resumed the use of Chloramines as its primary disinfectant in the distribution system on May 20, 2024. Depending on the usage demand the system should complete the transition in 7 to 10 days.
If you have any questions, please call our office at 409.684.3515.
Posted: 5/20/2024 4:30 PM
______________________________________________________________________Temporary Disinfectant Conversion from Chloramine to Free Chlorine
The Bolivar Peninsula Special Utility District (BPSUD) PWS #0840044 Located in Crystal Beach, Texas (Galveston County) will implement a Temporary Disinfection Conversion from Chloramine to Free Chlorine Maintenance Program for preventative maintenance of the facility’s distribution system beginning on May 10, 2024.
BPSUD is coordinating with Lower Neches Valley Authority West Regional Water Treatment Plant (WRWTP) PWS #0360112, which will continue through May 19, 2024. During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.
Public water systems are required to properly disinfect their water and maintain an adequate disinfectant residual in the distribution system. Chloramine, free chlorine combined with ammonia, is widely used as a disinfectant because it persists for long periods while also limiting the formation of disinfection by-product contaminants. Prolonged use of chloramine coupled with other factors that can impact water quality, such as high temperatures or stagnation of water, may result in the growth and/or persistence of organic matter within the pipes of the distribution system, which may hinder the ability to maintain an adequate disinfectant residual. A temporary conversion to free chlorine, partnered with flushing activities, helps to rid distribution pipes of this organic matter and improve the quality of your water overall.
If you have any questions, please call our Office at 409.684.3515.
Posted: 5/6/2024 3:30 PM