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Frequently Asked Questions

When will you be flushing the water mains, and will I be able to use the water?
Do you conduct water supply tests?
What is Muscatine’s average water hardness?
How can I use water more efficiently?

When will you be flushing the water mains, and will I be able to use the water?

For details about the upcoming water main flushing schedule, and advice regarding water use during flushing, check out the news and events section on our home page in the spring and fall. Notices will be posted while flushing is occurring in the community.

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Do you conduct water supply tests?

The EPA and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources have adopted rules that require public water suppliers to test their water supply on a regular basis for the presence of synthetic and organic compounds [DNR: Chapter 567-41.4(5) and 41.4(7)(|AC)]. MP&W water quality test results are available online. (link and anchor to Water Quality chart)

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What is Muscatine’s average water hardness?

Muscatine’s average water hardness is around 200 parts per million, or 11.70 grains per gallon.

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How can I use water more efficiently?

Go to Water Conservation Ideas.

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