N.D.E.E. Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy requires public water systems that have two or more coliform positive samples in a month to undergo an inspection of the water system. Our system had two coliform positive samples on December 27th. NDEE issued an assessment and another 30-day chlorination period before the assessment has been completed. We will begin chlorinating January 8th, 2024.
Once the system has reached the minimum chlorination level of .20 mg/l at the furthest section of the system, our mandatory thirty (30) day period will begin. Chlorination will end as soon as we have fulfilled this requirement. If the level falls below the mandatory .20 mg/l at any time during the 30-day period, we are required to start the 30 days over again.
Those with chlorine sensitivities should take the proper precautions.
Coliform bacteria are easy to identify and are used as an indicator that harmful bacteria could be present in the water. No harmful bacteria have been identified in our water samples.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our office at (308)-535-6740 # 6
