LAMPASAS, Texas —
Residents in Lampasas may notice a change in their water this August as the City converts the disinfectant used in its water distribution system.
The City of Lampasas announced it will begin converting the disinfectant in the water system from chloramine to free chlorine on Aug. 26, which may cause "taste and odor changes" in the water for residents.
Public water systems are required to "properly" disinfect their water and maintain an adequate disinfectant residual in the distribution system, said the City.
Chloramine, free chlorine combined with ammonia, is widely used as a disinfectant due to its longevity and ability to limit by-product contaminants, according to the City, though use of chloramine for a long period of time, alongside other factors, can cause growth of "organic matter" in the distribution system, making it hard to maintain the disinfectant residual.
The City of Lampasas stated the conversion to free chlorine, along with flushing activities, helps to clean distribution pipes of the organic matter and improve water quality.
Those with questions are encouraged to contact the City at 512-556-8315.
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