Harris County Municipal Utility District #18 is now involved in annual flushing and temporary chlorine conversion event across the district. This is an annually planned event beginning this year on May 12th and running for a few days.
During that time, we temporarily convert our water purification systems from our standard Chloramine, to free Chlorine to assist in eliminating seasonal issues of taste, odor and discoloration. Before, during and after this period the water remains safe, district-wide. You may detect a slight odor of chlorine but it is not harmful.
Associated with this temporary switch in disinfectants, MUD 18 will conduct additional flushing from hydrants in our area. This process is part of industry standard procedures to maintain quality drinking water during warmer months where water may incur added organic growth that affects odor and taste.
Signs will be posted at entries to MUD18 areas informing customers of this event. Please call the district’s operator, Eagle Water at 281-374-8989 with any questions or concerns.