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City manager says discolored water safe; staff to refine flushing and tank refill procedures
Summary
City Manager Stuart told the Aiken City Council that recent brown/yellow water incidents are caused by naturally occurring iron and manganese stirred in cast‑iron pipes; staff are adjusting tank set points, flushing and monitoring systems and have engaged an outside consultant.
The Aiken City Manager addressed recent complaints about brown or yellow tap water during the Aug. 25 City Council meeting, saying the discoloration stems from naturally occurring iron and manganese in older cast‑iron distribution pipes.
City Manager Stuart told council that the system meets state and federal water quality standards and that the discoloration does not pose a public‑health risk. “The water does remain safe to use, does not pose a risk…
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