Author: FBMUD 48

Temporary Free-Chlorine Conversion

The Fort Bend County MUD 48 public water system, (PWS) ID TX0790267 will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine. The conversion will begin on March 4, 2025 and continue through May 1, 2025. During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.

Public water systems are required to properly disinfect their water and maintain an adequate disinfectant residual in the distribution system. Chloramine, free chlorine combined with ammonia, is widely used as a disinfectant because it persists for long periods while also limiting the formation of disinfection by-product contaminants. Prolonged use of chloramine coupled with other factors that can affect water quality, such as high temperatures or stagnation of water, may result in the growth and/or persistence of organic matter within the pipes of the distribution system, which may hinder the ability to maintain an adequate disinfectant residual. A temporary conversion to free chlorine, partnered with flushing activities, helps to rid distribution pipes of this organic matter and improve the quality of your water overall.

The City of Missouri City, who operates the Mustang Bayou water system for the Fort Bend County MUD 48, has chosen to implement a temporary disinfectant conversion to free chlorine based on the following:

This temporary conversion is part of planned upgrades to water infrastructure to provide more resilient services in the Mustang Bayou area. With one of two water wells scheduled to be out of service for improvements and to maintain an adequate water supply, your water system will be temporarily interconnected with a neighboring water system which uses free chlorine disinfection. We are required to convert to free chlorine disinfection during the period we use water from our neighboring system until the well improvements are completed and the well is placed back in service.

Please share this information with all people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (i.e., people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.

If you have questions regarding this matter, you may contact:

Fort Bend County MUD 48’s Operator – Municipal District Services at (281) 290-6500.

Temporary Free-Chlorine Conversion

The Fort Bend County MUD 48 public water system, (PWS) ID TX0790267 will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine. The conversion will begin on October 14, 2024 and continue through November 22, 2024. During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.

Public water systems are required to properly disinfect their water and maintain an adequate disinfectant residual in the distribution system. Chloramine, free chlorine combined with ammonia, is widely used as a disinfectant because it persists for long periods while also limiting the formation of disinfection by-product contaminants. Prolonged use of chloramine coupled with other factors that can affect water quality, such as high temperatures or stagnation of water, may result in the growth and/or persistence of organic matter within the pipes of the distribution system, which may hinder the ability to maintain an adequate disinfectant residual. A temporary conversion to free chlorine, partnered with flushing activities, helps to rid distribution pipes of this organic matter and improve the quality of your water overall.

The City of Missouri City, who operates the Mustang Bayou water system for the Fort Bend County MUD 48, has chosen to implement a temporary disinfectant conversion to free chlorine based on the following:With one of two water wells scheduled to be out of service for improvements and to maintain an adequate water supply, your water system will be temporarily interconnected with a neighboring water system which uses free chlorine disinfection. We are required to convert to free chlorine disinfection during the period we use water from our neighboring system until the well improvements are completed and the well is placed back in service.

Please share this information with all people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (i.e., people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.

If you have questions regarding this matter, you may contact: Fort Bend County MUD 48’s Operator – Municipal District Services at (281) 290-6500.

Storm Debris Collection Update Friday, July 12, 2024-6:00pm

FBMUD48 Residents

To help prevent flooded streets and property damage, we ask your assistance in removing storm debris from around the storm water inlets near you. This will help rain/storm water to drain freely and quickly from our streets.

Starting Tuesday, July 16, 2024, the City of Missouri City will begin collecting storm debris in the area. Storm debris does not need to be trimmed down, cut, tied, bundled, or bagged. Please help us out by separating your debris into two categories:

  • Vegetative Items: Tree logs, stumps, loose branches, limbs, and plants.
  • Construction and Demolition Items: Fencing material, lumber, furniture, and more.

Remember:

  • Vegetative and construction items will be collected separately in different trucks, possibly at different times.

Where to place your debris:

  • Please put your debris curbside away from roads or storm drains. If you don’t have a sidewalk, place it at the edge of your property closest to the curb.
  • Avoid placing debris near mailboxes, utility poles, or other structures like fire hydrants and gas meters. Keep all debris at least 3 feet away from obstacles to ensure collection.

Let’s work together to keep our community clean and safe!