Water Quality Update - Summer Water Source Change

Because of the impacts of the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fires and the dry summer months, the District is switching over to using well water sources to supply its customers located in its North system (Lompico, Zayante, Ben Lomond, Brookdale, and Boulder Creek). A majority of the District’s surface water sources were damaged during the 2020 fires and as a result, water demands during the dry summer months can no longer be met with surface water alone.  The District has now switched over to using its Olympia wells for the North system customers.

The Olympia wells have a much higher dissolved mineral content than other District water sources, which will affect the aesthetic qualities of the water, such as taste, ordor and color. These minerals include iron, manganese and carbonate hardness, which are naturally occurring in well water, and do not pose a health hazard.

Also, the District uses free chlorine as a residual disinfectant throughout the water distribution system. Chlorine odors become stronger as the water temperature increases.  This can especially be noticed in the shower, or on hot days. This does not pose a health hazard.

As usual, if you think you are experiencing a water quality issue, never hesitate to contact the office at 831-338-2153 or learn more on our website

Water Quality Troubleshooting: https://www.slvwd.com/water-quality/pages/water-quality-troubleshooting

Information on water sources: https://www.slvwd.com/water-quality/pages/consumer-confidence-reports-ccrs