2022 Water Quality Report
Discolored Water Causes & Solutions
| Water Color | Possible Cause / Solution |
|---|
| Brown | Water line construction in the area, hydrant flushing or manganese in the water supply; call 512-759-4016 to flush the hydrants |
| Milky/Cloudy | Air bubbles from the pipes or a temperature change |
| Yellow | Manganese or resin from water softener |
| Black Particles | Degraded rubber gaskets, o-rings, or meter washers; check faucet head and replace o-ring |
Water Softeners
For questions on water softener settings, please contact your equipment service provider.
For questions, comments or concerns, please submit a ticket to the "Water Quality Concerns" section under the Public Works division of the City's Citizen Request Tracker. Relevant City staff will read all submissions and respond as soon as possible. Click here to access the Citizen Request Tracker.
