~ Bloomington, IN- The City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) has recently seen an increase in calls from customers reporting discolored water and sediment buildup on their water filters. According to CBU, these issues are a result of seasonal changes and higher than usual water levels in the Monroe Reservoir, the city's main water source.

The elevated water levels have caused naturally occurring minerals, such as iron and manganese, to be released from deeper layers of the lake where oxygen levels are low. While these minerals may cause a brown or yellow tint in the water, they do not pose a health risk for short-term, low exposure. Additionally, they are not regulated as primary contaminants by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

CBU regularly monitors for these mineral levels and adjusts their treatment process accordingly when levels are high. However, due to the rapid fluctuations in levels, the water treatment plant has limited capacity to fully remove iron and manganese. To address this issue, CBU has implemented physical operational adjustments to help mitigate the impact and improve water clarity.

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In addition to these measures, CBU is conducting additional hydrant flushing and enhanced monitoring throughout the water system to ensure that the drinking water remains safe for consumption. All samples taken from various points in the distribution system have shown levels well within EPA health advisory limits.

For residents who may notice discoloration in their tap water, CBU recommends changing their filters more frequently until conditions return to normal. Customers with any questions or concerns can contact City of Bloomington Utilities at 812-349-3930 or visit bloomington.in.gov/utilities for more information.

CBU assures its customers that they are working diligently to address this issue and maintain the safety of their drinking water. They also urge residents to continue using tap water as usual as it is still safe for all daily activities such as cooking and bathing.

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