Water Source Information
Your water is supplied through a network of mains connected to three separate well fields. The computer controlled well pumps and distribution system automatically deliver water to meet the fluctuating demand.
The water is tested frequently by the state health department laboratory to be sure that it meets all state and federal water quality standards. The water is not normally chlorinated, but standby Chlorination equipment is maintained in the event that it is needed.
The City of Seward municipal water system operates in compliance with and is regulated by the Nebraska Health and Human Services. You may contact the NHHS, Regulation. & Licensing by calling them at 402-471-2541.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
1. Being prepared for freezing temperatures may save you money. City of Seward Code 3-116 requires that homeowners protect water apparatus from frost or freezing. Cost of repairs to damaged water meters due to freezing will be charged to the homeowner. Pipes and meters located in unheated areas may need to be insulated to protect them from freezing. Hoses need to be removed from outside faucets allowing the faucet to drain properly keeping it from freezing. Insulating unheated spaces and sealing cracks in outer walls or foundations will also help to lower the risk. In extreme cold conditions, water pipes in outside walls for kitchen sinks may freeze, open cupboard doors below sinks and/or allow the faucet to slowly drip.
2. Make sure you know where the main water shutoff valve in your house is located in case you have a "plumbing emergency".
Water costs money don't waste it!
Based on 60 psi water pressure (Seward Rates)
|
Leak size |
Loss in |
Loss in |
Monthly Cost |
Yearly Cost |
|
In Inches |
Cubic feet per day |
Cubic feet per Month |
at $1.97/100 cubic feet |
|
|
1/16 |
109 |
3,283 |
$64.68 |
$776.10 |
|
1/8 |
438 |
13,133 |
$258.72 |
$3,104.64 |
|
3/16 |
989 |
29,677 |
$584.64 |
$7,015.64 |
|
1/4 |
1,756 |
52,667 |
$1,037.54 |
$12,450.48 |
A continuous leak from a hole the size of a pencil lead (1/16) would
waste water in the amount shown above.
Note 100 Cubic feet is equivalent to 748 gallons
THE METER or REMOTE UNIT:
Our meter readers and service personnel must have access to the water meter and or remote unit in/on your house. Be careful not to cover the meter, normally located in your utility room and if you fence your yard be sure to leave the remote unit on the outside of the fence.
FIRE HYDRANTS:
Any customer with a fire hydrant located on his property is responsible to make sure that access to the hydrant is not blocked by landscaping, trees and shrubs, or by fences. Fire department personnel must be able to easily get to all sides of a hydrant in the case of a fire.
BEFORE YOU DIG Call 1-800-331-5666 or follow this link
www.ne-diggers.com
Before you excavate on your property or in the public right-of-way you need to call One Call at 1-800-331-5666. One Call will contact all of the utilities serving the area so the utilities can mark their underground lines. Don't forget to call before you dig: It's the law and it could save you thousands of dollars by preventing damage to utility lines. |
