Utilities Department
The City of Bloomington Utilities Department is a municipally-owned water, wastewater and stormwater utility serving the residents of Bloomington. The City Utilities Department operates under the guidance of the seven-member Utilities Service Board, which is appointed by the Mayor and City Council. Our department is responsible for the treatment and distribution of drinking water for the city of Bloomington. We also handle the collection, treatment, and disposal of wastewater (sanitary sewage) and, since 1998, manage the collection and disposal of stormwater for the City of Bloomington. The department employs approximately 150 full- and part-time employees that work hard to provide quality service to Bloomington residents.
We also own and operate a water treatment plant and two wastewater treatment facilities along with several lift stations. In addition, our department repairs, replaces, builds and maintains all water and sewer mains as well as stormwater systems throughout the city.
City of Bloomington Utilities Drinking Water Disinfection Process to Continue Through September 8th
Bloomington, IN -- The procedure, known as "free chlorination," is a common maintenance practice for water systems using combined chlorine disinfection or chloramines. The purpose of the change is to continue to ensure a high level of disinfection in our community's water supply system.
What changes in my drinking water should be expected?
The public drinking water supply will be safe for consumption and will continue to meet all state and federal safe drinking water standards during this period of time. And while the free chlorination process is anticipated to be transparent to our customers, some residents may notice a slight change in the taste or smell of their tap water.
In addition, some customers' water may temporarily have a brownish tint because small amounts of iron and manganese, which are normally present in water lines, may be stirred up as water is released through fire hydrants. Similarly, air bubbles may get into the drinking water and give it a white (bubbly) appearance.
If your water becomes brownish or bubbly, simply run cold water through the tap for 5 to 10 minutes and the water should clear up. If you experience discolored water, please run your dishwasher and washing machine on the rinse cycle to avoid any staining.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our Water Quality Office at 812.349.3655.
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