Elizabethton Water Department

Wellhead Protection Awareness The City of Elizabethton produces its potable water from 3 region springs, Hampton, Valley Forge, and Big Springs. The vicinity surrounding these springs are taken into consideration wellhead safety areas. We would like all Carter County residents to be aware that floor water contaminants are prohibited in those zones. The ground infection could be (but no longer constrained to) over fertilizing lawns, lawn insecticides, oil spills, or even paint and thinners. Also, erosion in massive regions that have misplaced their pinnacle cowl of grass and overgrazing of animals could be considered. It is our intention, and yours, to offer safe consuming water to all of our valued clients. If you have got questions or see any uncommon activity in these zones. Do your part and contact us at 423-547-6300, or touch the police branch. Voluntary Conservation for All Water Customers We encourage our clients to use water wisely – even if elements are ample. The average American makes use of approximately 150 gallons of water each day. You can reduce your water consumption by employing up to 25 percent by way of taking just a few easy steps. By doing so, you’ll conserve a treasured herbal resource and save money too. Every drop counts. (1) Report all huge water losses (broken pipes, open hydrants, errant sprinklers, to the belongings proprietor, neighborhood government or your water issuer. (2) Encourage your pals and pals to be part of a water-aware community. (three) Conserve water due to the fact it's far the right issue to do. Don’t waste water simply because a person else is footing the bill, which includes whilst you are staying at a hotel. (four) Raise the lawnmower blade to at least 3 inches or higher to encourage grassroots to develop deeper and hold moisture. (five) Water lawns at some point in early morning hours while temperatures and wind are lowest. This reduces evaporation and waste. (6) Don’t use the dishwasher or washing system until you've got a full load. (7) Consider using a commercial car wash that recycles water. If you wash your automobile, park on the grass and use a hose with an automatic close off nozzle. (eight) Do no longer leave sprinklers or hoses unattended. A lawn hose can pour out six hundred gallons or extra in only a few hours. Use a bell timer to remind yourself to turn off the sprinkler. (nine) Purchase a nozzle on your water hose, so that you most effective use what you want. (10) Limit yourself to 5-minute showers, and turn off the water whilst brushing teeth..

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