Fleming County Water Association

Fleming County Water Association purchases treated municipal water from Rowan Water, Inc. and Greater Fleming Co. Regional Water Commission. Rowan Water Inc. obtains water from the Morehead Utility Plant Board, which processes surface water from the Licking River.

Susceptibility studies of Morehead's natural water source indicate a moderate risk of contamination. Primary concerns include pesticides, fertilizers, fuel transportation along roads near Grant Run Lake, and wastewater discharges.

The Greater Fleming County Regional Water Commission utilizes groundwater from three wells in the alluvial aquifer along the Ohio River. Their susceptibility analysis shows moderate contamination risk, particularly from nitrates in fertilizers and fuel/chemical transport along the railway that crosses the protection zone.

Both providers continuously monitor watershed activities and land use changes that could potentially affect water quality and treatment costs. These activities concern the entire community as they may impact public health and water expenses.

Complete Source Water Assessments are available for review at the offices of the Morehead Utility Plant Board and the Greater Fleming County Regional Water Commission.

All municipal water, including bottled water, naturally contains small amounts of some contaminants. Their presence doesn't necessarily indicate a health risk. For more information about contaminants and potential health effects, contact the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

Water sources (tap and bottled) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over land or underground, it dissolves natural minerals and sometimes radioactive materials, and can pick up substances from animal presence or human activity.

Potential source water contaminants include:

• Microbial contaminants like viruses and bacteria from sewage plants, septic systems, livestock, or wildlife
• Inorganic contaminants such as salts and metals from stormwater runoff, sewage, oil/gas production, mining, or farming
• Pesticides and herbicides from agriculture or residential uses
• Organic chemical contaminants including synthetic and volatile compounds from industrial processes, petroleum production, gas stations, or waste systems
• Radioactive substances occurring naturally or from oil/gas production and mining

EPA regulations limit contaminant levels in public water systems to ensure tap water safety. FDA regulations establish similar limits for bottled water to provide equivalent public health protection.

Some individuals may be more vulnerable to water contaminants than the general population. Immunocompromised persons such as cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, organ transplant recipients, people with HIV/AIDS or immune disorders, some elderly individuals, and infants may face increased infection risks. These individuals should seek advice from healthcare providers about their municipal water. EPA/CDC guidelines on reducing Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminant risks are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

Elevated lead levels can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in water primarily comes from materials in service lines and home plumbing components. While the water system provides quality water, it cannot control the materials used in plumbing fixtures. To minimize potential lead exposure when water has been sitting for several hours, flush your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If concerned about lead, consider water testing. Information about lead in tap water, testing methods, and minimizing exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.

1. What are the Shop's hours of Service? The Main Repair Shop operates Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The Service Station remains open from 7:00 AM Monday through 7:00 AM Saturday for oil changes, tire services, and minor automotive repairs.
2. What if my vehicle breaks down and I can't reach anyone at the Shop? From 5:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., please call 761-7931. After 5:00 p.m., contact 761-7935. If unable to reach anyone, call 720-5000.
3. How often is my vehicle scheduled for Preventive Maintenance? Most City fleet vehicles follow a 12-14 month cycle for comprehensive maintenance, referred to as "PM-C." You'll receive advance notification of scheduled downtime. Police patrol vehicles typically undergo PM-C work annually. Don't wait for scheduled PM-C if repairs are needed.
4. How can I check if my City vehicle is ready? Call 761-7926 to verify the status of any unit at Central Services for repair or maintenance.
5. How frequently should oil be changed? Service intervals vary by equipment type and operating environment. Light duty vehicles typically require oil changes every 5,000 miles. Equipment used in harsh conditions is scheduled between 100 to 600 hours. Contact the Automotive Service Coordinator at 761-7935 with questions about specific equipment.
6. What tire pressure should I maintain? Patrol Cars & Staff Cars: 35 PSI; 3/4 & 1 ton Pickups: 80 PSI; Large Trucks: 105-120 PSI. For other equipment, consult the information sticker on the driver's door jamb or contact the Service Station at 761-7935 (Always follow manufacturer specifications).
7. Can I use another vehicle's fuel card if mine is missing? This creates tracking problems. Central Services closely monitors each unit's performance and expenses. Contact Service Station staff for immediate fueling needs. For replacement cards, visit the Central Services administrative office between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or the Service Station office.
8. What should I do if the fuel pumps aren't working? Please walk around the vehicle wash to the Service Station for assistance.
9. Who handles license tags or registrations for City of Wichita Falls vehicles? Contact the Fleet Maintenance Administrative Office adjacent to the City Wichita Falls Credit Union or call 940-761-7926.
10. When is the City Auction? We anticipate another auction in August. Check back here for updates or visit Govdeals.com.
11. As a vendor, who do I contact about doing business with Fleet Maintenance? Reach out to the City of Wichita Falls Purchasing Agent at 761-7466 or the Fleet Maintenance Parts Room Manager at 761-7654.
12. What's the process for fueling my unit? New employees must have their employee ID number entered into the system before fueling vehicles. This can be done at the Central Services office or the City's Service Station. To fuel a unit, go to the fuel sentry located at the front of the Service Station, touch the screen, follow the voice prompts, then begin fueling.