CITY: ARSENIC LEVELS RETURN BELOW ALLOWABLE LIMIT
(February 9, 2024)
The City of Midland is pleased to share the latest results from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) quarterly water quality sampling of the T-Bar water source. The results indicate that the running annual average for arsenic levels is now at 0.009 mg/l, which is below the TCEQ's allowable limit of 0.01 mg/l.
The City of Midland's Utilities Department has been committed to providing residents with safe and clean drinking water. This latest sampling result is a testament to the city's ongoing efforts to ensure the health and safety of its community through rigorous water quality management and infrastructure improvements.
Arsenic is a naturally occurring element that can be found in groundwater. The City of Midland has implemented comprehensive treatment solutions and regular monitoring to manage arsenic levels effectively. The recent data demonstrates the success of these measures, as the arsenic levels are now well within the safe drinking water standards set by the TCEQ.
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