Public works reports phosphorus sample above limit; water tower plug repaired

Sep 10, 2025

Public works reported a wastewater phosphorus reading of 0.64 ppm (requirement 0.60 ppm), planned additional testing, and confirmed a repaired plug fitting on the water tower; hydrant flushing and increased line flushing were scheduled.

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Mike Silvers, who spoke for Sewer/Water/Public Works, told the board that a phosphorus sample returned 0.64 parts per million following heavy rains, above the stated required level of 0.60 ppm. Staff took a sludge sample to Lancaster for further testing and plan a sours test the following week to assess treatment performance.

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