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5. Guarantee a safe, reliable and adequate water supply is provided to residents and
visitors of Colleyville.

3.2 - Ensure regular replacement of water and
wastewater facilities

The City of Colleyville purchases treated water
from the Trinity River Authority. Water
Distribution then manages this vital resource
around the clock by maintaining three elevated
storage towers, one ground storage tank, a
pump station, and 200+ miles of water mains.
Routine maintenance of these assets includes
flushing dead-end water mains, regularly
replacing meters, and exercising valves throughout the network. Water is routinely
sampled from various sites throughout the city and tested for chlorine residual and
bacteria. Samples are also tested for lead and copper. The Engineering Division
oversees the construction of water infrastructure delivery system components to make
certain that improvements meet Colleyville Development Standards. These standard
practices ensure the delivery of clean, pure water to citizens.

6. Ensure wastewater is managed in a safe and efficient manner for the sake of
maintaining the public health.

3.2 - Ensure regular replacement of water and wastewater facilities

Wastewater collection provides environmentally-friendly conveyance of our
wastewater to the treatment plant operated by the Trinity River Authority. Maintaining
and operating existing infrastructure to reduce the effect of our waste material on
health and the environment is crucial. The Wastewater division takes an aggressive
approach to this responsibility through a proactive monitoring and preventive
maintenance program. These operations include cleaning and inspecting 180 miles of
sewer mains in addition to 2,686 manholes and
three (3) lift stations. The construction of new
public infrastructure is inspected by the
Engineering Division to ensure that it meets all
necessary specifications. This comprehensive
program serves the public by maintaining a safe
and healthy environment.

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