SHALLOWATER, Texas (KCBD) – The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality notified the City of Shallowater its public water system exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level for combined uranium.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has established the MCL for combined uranium to be 30 micrograms per liter based on the running annual average. An assessment of drinking water in Shallowater for combined uranium shows a compliance value of 36 mg/L.
The EPA has determined that water containing uranium in excess is a health concern. Some people who drink water at levels above the MCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer and kidney toxicity.
City officials say this is not an emergency and residents do not need to use an alternative water supply. However, those with health concerns should consult with their doctor for more information.
The city is taking the following steps to address this issue:
Resampling all raw water well sites to determine if there has been a change in raw water concentrationBringing in a certified EDR technician to check all calibrations on the water plant Replacing the blend pump due to possible malfunction
Residents with questions may contact Russes Moses at (806) 696-4300.
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