Revised Stage 2 Mandatory Water Conservation

Fort Bend County MUD 48 (FB48) revised its Drought Contingency Plan (DCP) on September 14, 2023 to follow that of Missouri City’s (the City) DCP.

This REVISED Stage 2 Notice is updated to reflect those changes. To view the FB48 DCP, visit www.fbmud48.com. To view the City Water Conservation information, visit www.missouricitytx.gov/1192/Missouri-City-water-conservation.

You will receive future notices as conditions change. For questions, call 281-290-6500.

Due to worsening drought conditions, on August 28, 2023, the City of Missouri City implemented mandatory water conservation in some areas of the City INCLUDING FB48 which is within the City’s Mustang Bayou Service Area. These measures were put into effect because water systems are not able to keep up with high demand especially during the “Peak Demand” times in the early morning hours when most irrigation occurs and as residents take showers, wash laundry, and prepare meals. Irrigation usage is the largest user of water. The Ground Storage Tanks (GSTs) at the water plants need to maintain water sufficient to fight fires and to provide potable drinking water to customers.

You can view the Map of Affected Areas (PDF) here: www.missouricitytx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/16037/Water-Conservation-82023. Blue indicates mandatory conservation. Yellow indicates voluntary conservation.

ALL outdoor water usage, including, but not limited to, lawn and garden watering, car washing, and window washing, shall be limited as follows:

Waterline Flushing Notice

Flushing of the District’s water lines will be performed during: Tuesday, September 8th through Friday, September 11th, 2020

FORT BEND COUNTY MUD 48’s water and wastewater operating company, Municipal District Services (MDS), is conducting a comprehensive water line flushing program throughout the neighborhood. MDS will begin at 8:00 A.M. on September 8th and continue throughout the day until 4 P.M. on each of the above dates. The flushing will continue until all of the water lines have been flushed.

What is flushing?

Flushing is a process that rapidly removes water from the District’s water piping system, similar to the process of flushing a car’s radiator. Flushing uses water force to scour out materials that accumulate in the District’s pipes. Water pipes are usually flushed by opening fire hydrants, where the discharged water flows off the streets the same as rainwater.

Why are we flushing?

Imagine driving down the road at less than 1-1/2 miles per hour. That’s about the rate that water moves through underground pipes. This slow movement causes sediment like rust and mineral particles to build up over time and accumulate along the pipe’s bottom. A build up of bacteria known as “biofilm” can also coat the pipe’s inner surface. This combination of sediment and bacteria can restrict water flow in the pipes and contribute to the pipe corroding. Rapid water pressure changes, such as water main breaks and the use of fire hydrants, can stir up the sediment and dislodge deposits lining the pipe, resulting in “discolored water” appearance. Periodically flushing water pipes removes the sediment and biofilm buildup, maintains our District’s infrastructure and assures consistent good quality water.

Isn’t flushing a waste of water?

No. Any overall increase in the amount of water used in flushing is a small price to pay in maintaining water quality and the integrity of the piping system.

How will this affect you?

Usually, you will not be aware that flushing is even taking place in your neighborhood. Flushing is generally conducted between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Approximately half of the District’s fire hydrants will be opened to flush the water pipes. It takes about 30 minutes to flush each hydrant. While the hydrant is being flushed, the homes on that block may experience discolored water or a drop in water pressure. Your water service should not be interrupted. If you have no water pressure, please notify MDS at 281-290-6503. The only sign that a crew has been in your neighborhood may be standing water in the roadway.

What should you do if you turned on a faucet and the water coming out is discolored?

Should a reddish, yellow, or brown tint to the water appear, do not be alarmed. It is recommended you do not use the water or do laundry for about two hours; this will give the sediment time to settle. After you have waited for this time period, run your faucets for about five minutes to make sure the water is clear. If the water does not clear within a couple of hours, notify MDS at 281-290-6503 24-hours per day. The District will not be responsible for damages to clothing, etc.

Municipal District Services, LLC
24-Hour Service (report repairs and emergencies): 281-290-6503
Customer Care & Billing: 281-290-6507