Search results for: “protect your water well during drought”

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    ...chemical, and biological effects on water quality. This publication explains how reduced plant cover, rainfall-runoff, and soil erosion affect pond and surface water quality and discusses remediation strategies. (4 pages)...
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    Corrosion is one of the most common problems affecting domestic water supplies. This publication outlines the causes, types of damage, health effects and methods for solving water corrosion problems. (5...
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    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...
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    ...water and cause health problems for those exposed to it for a long time. However, filtering devices can remove this and other additives from well water. (3 graphics, 4 pages)...
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    In order to keep our water supplies safe from pesticide contamination, we must understand which pesticide properties affect water quality, and how....
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    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)...
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    ...drinking water may be limited. Learn how you can find and use hidden sources of water in your home and purify water to make it safe for drinking. (1 Page)...
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    ...owner cannot interpret the test results. This publication will explain how to understand a water quality report, the best water quality amendments to typical problems, and provide ranges for a...
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    Water is a precious yet limited resource. Conservation is everyone’s responsibility. With this publication, you'll learn the do's and don'ts on how to save water in the bathroom, kitchen, and...
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    ...to as disinfection. Shock chlorination is one disinfection method employed by public suppliers to reduce bacterial contamination of water. This method also can be used by private-water-well owners. (3 pages)...