Plymouth residents can breathe a sigh of relief regarding the quality of their tap water—The City of Plymouth has just released its annual drinking water report, and the news is good. Consistent with previous years, Plymouth's water meets or surpasses state and federal guidelines for drinking water quality, as per its 2023 report. This news comes as a follow-up to the continuous efforts to ensure water safety in the city, even as infrastructure and environmental concerns loom large nationwide.
According to the Plymouth news release, the annual report is a summary of the quality of water provided to customers. In the practice held every week by an independent, state-certified laboratory, Plymouth's water is tested for more than 100 contaminants, including bacteria, nitrates, and metals. Despite being a dry document chock-full of data and regulatory compliance information, its availability is a fundamental building block for maintaining a transparent relationship between the city's officials and its residents.
Transparency is key, and Plymouth officials are adamant about making the water quality report accessible to all. For those with internet access, the report can be viewed on the city’s website. The public has the option to download and print the report, or for the less tech-inclined or those who prefer a hard copy, requests can be made by phone to get a paper version. Residents needing to get their hands on a physical copy can pick it up at the City Hall during the usual business hours—one providing a step towards informed citizenship and empowered decision-making about health and environmental concerns.
Crucially, as the city's water is subjected to multiple tests per day for appropriate chemical levels and water quality, this vigilant monitoring process reassures residents of consistent water safety. Serving more than just a mere bureaucratic purpose, such documents are a testament to the daily grind behind the scenes keeping a city's lifelines clean and safe. So, whether you're filling a glass from the tap or brewing your morning coffee, Plymouth’s latest water report suggests your H2O is more than up to snuff.
