Water Quality

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Unidirectional Hydrant Flushing

Charlotte Water clears mineral deposits (sediment) from water pipes by flushing water through fire hydrants. The mineral deposits in the pipes are only dislodged when the water is flowing at…

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Why is My Water Bubbly, Cloudy, or Discolored? What is Turbidity?

A little bubbly water may catch you by surprise, but don’t worry. We didn’t change your tap to champagne. Sometimes air can get trapped inside pipes and cause temporary bubbles…

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A Cautionary Tale…Replace Your Plumbing Before It Becomes An Emergency

For years, as a Charlotte Water employee, I have encouraged customers to plan ahead for the replacement of their private plumbing, especially if their pipes are nearing 50 years. I…

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Is fluoride in my water?

According to The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), community water fluoridation “has led to such dramatic declines in both the prevalence and severity of tooth decay that…

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