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The SJWD Water District in Spartanburg, South Carolina, has published its 2024 Water Quality Report, confirming that the drinking water meets and exceeds safety standards. CEO Billy Cothran emphasized the district’s commitment to providing high-quality water services, accompanied by ongoing efforts to manage rapidly increasing water demand due to population growth. Residents can access the report online or request printed copies, as communities prepare for future water resource needs.
Spartanburg, South Carolina – The SJWD Water District has released its 2024 Water Quality Report, providing essential updates on the safety and quality of drinking water for its customers. The report confirms that the water supplied to residents continues to meet and exceed all state and federal drinking water standards, ensuring a consistent delivery of safe drinking water.
Billy Cothran, CEO of SJWD, reiterated the district’s commitment to providing affordable and high-quality water service while also safeguarding local water resources. Customers can access the full report on the SJWD website, or they can request printed copies at the district’s Administration Campus, located at 198 Watershed Way in Spartanburg.
Established in 1956, SJWD serves the rapidly growing western segment of Spartanburg County. This water district has seen significant growth in recent years, prompting continued efforts to enhance water quality and supply reliability. Recently, Spartanburg Water lifted a boil water advisory affecting around 800 residential and business customers in the Central Pacolet and Pacolet Mills areas. This precaution was implemented following contractor-related problems at the Chestnut and Beech Street water tanks. Residents had been advised to boil water for drinking and cooking until safety testing was completed.
The SJWD serves an extensive customer base of over 200,000 individuals within Spartanburg County, along with adjoining parts of Greenville, Union, and Cherokee counties. As South Carolina’s population is anticipated to expand from over 5.1 million in 2020 to more than 6.2 million by 2035, there is an expected increase in water demand throughout the region. In response to this demographic growth, the River Basin Council has introduced the initial draft of a new Broad River Basin Plan. This plan aims to manage water resources efficiently while accommodating increasing population needs and securing long-term water access for both residents and industries.
The Broad River Basin currently supports approximately 890,000 residents and plays a crucial role in various sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, and thermoelectric power generation. The newly proposed plan focuses on critical areas such as drought management and includes recommendations for effective water management legislation. One of the key aspects of the draft is the emphasis on educating residents about the importance of water conservation practices to promote sustainable usage.
Public feedback on the Broad River Basin Plan is welcomed until January 2, 2024, giving community members an opportunity to contribute to the future of water management in their area.
The 2024 Water Quality Report and the ongoing initiatives demonstrate SJWD’s proactive approach to maintaining high water quality standards and addressing the growing needs of a dynamic population. This dedication to service ensures customers receive reliable access to safe drinking water, directly impacting their health and well-being.
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Additional Resources
- Post and Courier: SJWD Water District Releases 2024 Water Quality Report
- Wikipedia: Water Quality
- WYFF: Boil Water Advisory Issued
- Google Search: Boil Water Advisory South Carolina
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Water Management
- Greenville Online: Upstate Growth and Water Demand
- Google News: South Carolina Water Resources
