Water

EPA Update: Coronavirus and Drinking Water and Wastewater

There is no higher priority for EPA than protecting the health and safety of Americans. EPA is providing this important information about COVID-19 as it relates to drinking water and wastewater to provide clarity to the public. The COVID-19 virus has not been detected in drinking-water supplies. Based on current evidence, the risk to water supplies is low. Americans can continue to use and drink water from their tap as usual. For details, visit:  https://www.epa.gov/coronavirus/coronavirus-and-drinking-water-and-wastewater

City Of Houston Pressure Loss / Boil Water Notice

Related to the City of Houston Pressure Loss / Boil Water Notice yesterday please be aware of the below:

  • There are no Boil Water Notices in effect for Water Systems operated by EDP.
  • All regional water authorities have confirmed that they are not issuing a boil water notice. We have received that in the form of an official notice from NHCRWA and WHCRWA.
  • We have verified that there were no calls for loss of pressure that could be attributed to the City of Houston loss of pressure.
  • Operations has verified the pressure and chlorine levels of all systems receiving surface water.
  • There were no calls from EDP facilities related to loss of pressure or low levels in storage tanks.

Notice of Water System Flushing

Flushing of the District’s water lines will be performed beginning on Monday, February 3, 2020. The flushing may continue until Friday, February 7, 2020.

During these days, you may notice discoloring of the water due to mineral sediment that is being flushed out of the system. The sediment is made of naturally occurring minerals. This sediment can cause permanent staining of clothing and some porous surfaces.

Please check the water before washing clothes or filling your pool or spa.

This flushing is being conducted to perform routine maintenance of the District’s fire hydrants and water mains. We expect to complete the work in the timeframe mentioned above; however, discolored water may persist for a short time after the work is complete.

If you have questions about this or other issues related to your water or sewer service, please call EDP at 832-467-1599 or visit www.edpwater.com.

Thank you for your patience while this important work is being performed.