City of Bloomington Utilities Publishes Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

The City of Bloomington Utilities has published its annual drinking water quality report for 2024, confirming that the local water supply meets all federal safety standards. This year's report identifies 13 contaminants, including disinfectant byproducts and total organic carbon, while over 70 potential contaminants were tested and not found. Mayor Kerry Thomson commended the efforts of the utilities to safeguard public health and encouraged residents to examine the report for insights into local water quality. The report is part of the requirements set by the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, which mandates community water systems to provide these Consumer Confidence Reports. The City also offers comprehensive data on drinking water and related issues via its Open Data Portal, which includes historical and current data on lead and copper levels and confirms no detectable PFAS contaminants.

The portal additionally tracks plant energy consumption and sanitary sewer overflows, enhancing transparency in water quality management. For questions or to request a paper copy of the report, residents can reach out to the Water Quality team at the provided email or phone number. This initiative underscores the city's commitment to ensuring safe drinking water and environmental stewardship.