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Health Department Offers Reduced Well Water Testing Rates
Residents & Community | News/Press Release | Mar 9, 2023Department is offering a reduced well water testing fee for homeowners who use well water as their primary ... source of drinking water. Between March 6 and March 17, 2023, the normal $18.00 fee for testing for ... bacteria and nitrates will be reduced to $15.00. "Water is an essential resource for drinking, ...
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What should residents do after the hydrant flushing?
Building Department | FAQIf the tap water is used during flushing, it could come out with sediment and discoloration. If ... discolored water is encounter, shut the water off and wait several minutes. After waiting, check the clarity ... by running cold water for a few minutes allowing new water to work its way into the pipes. If not ...
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Site Development Plan Requirements
Building Department | PageStudy. The limits of any wetlands, Waters of the United States or Isolated Waters of Lake County on the ... proposed utilities such as sanitary sewers, water mains, active and abandoned wells, storm sewers ... lines. All new water services and meters shall be sized per the Illinois Plumbing Code. A complete ...
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Why does the water system need to be routinely flushed?
Building Department | FAQThe Village’s water distribution system is a complex network of pipes and storage reservoirs where ... sediment or deposits may naturally accumulate over time. If not removed, these materials may cause water ... quality deterioration, taste and odor problems, or discoloration of the water. Water may also stagnate in ...
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Site Development Plan Checklist
Building Department | Webform☐ Wetland areas or Isolated Waters of Lake County. A wetland delineation and jurisdictional determination ... services, water mains and services, wells, gas, telephone, electric, cable television lines, and utility ... intended to collect water from downspouts ☐ The extent of the areas to be excavated or filled along with ...
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What will happen if fire hydrants are turned on or off too quickly?
Building Department | FAQTurning fire hydrants on or off too quickly will cause “water hammer”, which is a pressure surge ... or wave when water in motion is forced to stop or change direction suddenly. The pressure wave can ... as a loud bang resembling a hammering noise. Water system crews have received instructions on how to ...
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What is the silt in the water system after flushing?
Building Department | FAQWater contains minerals and these minerals react with the inside of the pipe to produce the ... by-product. This chemical reaction between the pipe and water is a normal and natural process. This process ... can occur on the inside of the pipe and prevent an adequate volume of water flow. The flushing process ...
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Why does the water look funny after hydrant flushing?
Building Department | FAQWhen a hydrant is opened, there will always be temporary incidences of discolored water containing ... fine sediment particles. There is no health hazard associated with discolored water. Allow a few hours ... for discoloration to dissipate. To verify the water has settled, allow your coldwater tap to run a few ...
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Factors of Oak Decline | by: Dr. Kevin Chase, PhD, Entomologist
Trees & Woodland Ecology | News/Press Release | Mar 17, 2023limited water-holding capacity, such as sand, are more susceptible to stress during droughts. ... results, in combination with cultural treatments such as proper water management and mulching to the drip ... disease. Oak Wilt & Distribution • Caused by fungus Bretziella fagacearum. • Invades tree water ...
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Water Services Detail
Building Department | PageWater Services Detail (PDF) Image Slideshow Display Contact Info Block Web Page Menu Settings ... Water Services Detail Sort A to Z ...
