City of Azle Water Company

The Azle Municipal Water Treatment Plant produces high-quality water that exceeds state standards for both bacteriological and chemical contaminants. Our staff holds Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) certifications and is dedicated to meeting residential and commercial customer needs.

Our treatment process transforms lake water into safe tap water through several key stages:

1. Our raw water pump station can deliver 6 million gallons of raw water daily
2. Specialized substances are added in mixing chambers to disinfect and remove particulates
3. Particles like silt settle to the bottom for removal, further clarifying the water
4. Water passes through anthracite and sand filters to remove additional particles
5. Additional disinfectant and pH adjustments create non-corrosive water for the distribution system
6. 2.5 million gallons are stored onsite with an additional 1.5 million available in elevated storage tanks
7. Five High Service pumps supply water and maintain system pressure
8. Safe potable water arrives at your home

Individuals with compromised immune systems (chemotherapy patients, organ transplant recipients, those with HIV/AIDS, some elderly, and infants) may be particularly vulnerable to waterborne infections. These residents should consult healthcare providers about their water consumption. EPA guidelines on reducing infection risk from Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791.

Elevated lead levels can cause serious health issues, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead primarily enters water through service line materials and home plumbing components. While we cannot control materials used in household plumbing, you can minimize lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If concerned about lead content, consider having your water tested. Information about lead in drinking water is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.

All water sources, including bottled water, may reasonably contain small amounts of contaminants, which doesn't necessarily indicate health risks. For more information about contaminants and potential health effects, call the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791.

Our water sources include Eagle Mountain Lake. The City of Azle routinely monitors for various contaminants including:

• Microbial contaminants (viruses, bacteria) from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, and agricultural operations
• Inorganic contaminants (salts, metals) from natural sources, urban runoff, industrial discharge, and mining
• Pesticides and herbicides from agricultural and urban runoff
• Organic chemical contaminants from industrial processes, petroleum production, gas stations, and septic systems
• Radioactive contaminants from natural sources or oil/gas production

If you experience water quality issues like taste, odor, or color, you can help by flushing your pipes through sinks or bathtubs until the problem resolves. Regular hot water heater flushing helps remove mineral deposits that contribute to aesthetic problems.

The City of Azle prioritizes delivering high-quality water to our community and addresses any issues promptly through our water main flushing program.

1. Where does City of Azle water come from?
   City of Azle supplies surface water to Azle, Texas.
2. Does City of Azle test its tap water?
   Yes. Like every public water system, City of Azle must test its water under the federal Safe Drinking Water Act and publish an annual water quality report (Consumer Confidence Report). Ask the utility for the latest report or look for it on its website.
3. How do I contact City of Azle?
   Call 817-444-2541 or visit 613 Se Parkway, Azle, TX 76020, or use the contact options on the utility’s website.
4. Does City of Azle water contain lead?
   Water usually leaves the treatment plant without lead. Lead can enter tap water from older service lines, solder and brass fixtures inside homes, especially when water sits in the pipes. Run the tap before drinking if water has been sitting, and ask the utility about lead testing and service line records.
5. Is City of Azle water hard?
   Hardness depends on the source and changes over time. The annual water quality report lists hardness, or you can test it at home. If it is above about 7 grains per gallon, a water softener sized to your measured hardness will stop scale and spotting.