District reveals bacteria in water

By Jimmy Biggerstaff / Hi-Desert Star

Published: Saturday, July 19, 2008 2:02 AM CDT

YUCCA VALLEY — Hi-Desert Water District failed to meet monitoring requirements for drinking water after coliform bacteria was detected in March, the district reported in its Consumer Confidence Report for 2007, mailed to customers this month.

“The cause of the occurrence was identified and isolated,” said Jennifer Cusack, the district’s public information officer.

Joseph Glowitz, district engineer, explained a fire hydrant was activated during a test, which stirred up a line, which resulted in positive samples of the bacteria. Water district operators flushed the line and took new samples, which were negative.

The report further stated the district took fewer samples than required by the Department of Public Health.

This violation was characterized as procedural in nature. “It’s not that the water wasn’t in compliance,” Glowitz said.

One violation occurred when Hi-Desert Water District failed to notify the Department of Public Health within the required 24 hours, while another violation was insufficient testing.

The water district’s report advises that no action is required of water customers, but adds that people with health issues concerning the consumption of Hi-Desert water may wish to consult a doctor.

The report concludes, “The district has taken all measures to ensure that the proper procedures are now in place. Any questions regarding water quality can be directed to Joe Lucero at 365-8333.”


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