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Drinking Water Problems: MTBE
(2008-08-28)
Methyl tertiary-butyl ether, a gasoline additive commonly known as MTBE, can contaminate ground water and cause health problems for those exposed to it for a long time. However, filtering devices can remove this and other ...
Drinking Water Problems: Benzene
(2009-04-16)
Drinking water in Texas sometimes contains potentially harmful chemicals, including benzene. Well owners can learn how to treat their well water to remove these chemicals. 4 pages, 3 images
Decontaminating Flooded Wells (Spanish)
(2007-10-08)
This publication explains how to decontaminate and disinfect a well, test the well water and check for well damage after a flood.
The Do's & Don'ts of Saving Water
(2004-11-12)
With the many tips in this publication you'll learn how to save water in the bathroom, kitchen and landscape.
Shock Chlorination of Stored Water Supplies
(2005-05-25)
Treatment of drinking water to improve its sanitary or bacteriological quality is referred to as disinfection. Shock chlorination is one disinfection method employed by public suppliers to reduce bacterial contamination ...
Rate Setting for Small Water Systems
(2007-03-28)
Knowing how to set the proper rate for water service is a challenge for small water systems. They must generate enough revenue to remain solvent, but offer affordable service. This publication describes the various types ...
Information Sources for Small Water Systems
(2007-02-19)
Managers of small waters systems must have information about a variety of topics. This publication lists essential printed and electronic resources on disaster preparedness, national drinking water standards, private water ...
Drinking Water Problems: Iron and Manganese (Spanish)
(2004-02-20)
Iron and manganese can give water an unpleasant taste, odor and color. In this publication you'll learn how to know whether your water contains iron or manganese and how to eliminate these contaminants with various treatment ...
Solving Water Quality Problems in the Home (Spanish)
(2004-02-20)
If your drinking water comes from a private water well, there are certain procedures you can follow to make sure the water is safe. This publication explains how to get your water tested and, if treatment is necessary, to ...
Shock Chlorination of Wells (Spanish)
(2003-06-11)
Shock chlorination is a method of disinfecting a water well. This publication gives complete instructions for chlorinating with bleach or with dry chlorine. It is also available in English as publication L-5441