According to the Department of Health, community water systems are public water networks that serve the same people year-round. A majority of residences across the country depend on one for water supply used for consumption and other daily activities; check out what it takes to bring safe water right to your tap. 

Here are the components included in community water systems:

• Water Source: There are two main types of sources for your drinking water. The first is surface water, which includes streams, rivers, lakes, and reservoirs. For areas with no surface water nearby, groundwater is the primary source, which includes underground aquifers and water trapped in pores or spaces between rocks. To get water from the ground, wells are drilled and water is pumped to the surface.

• Water Treatment: To ensure that it is safe for human consumption, water sourced from either surface or ground locations will have to undergo some form of treatment to remove harmful contaminants. This could be a combination of several processes, such as pre-chlorination, aeration, slow-sand filtration, coagulant aids sedimentation, or disinfection.

• Water Storage: Before water goes through the pipes toward your home, community water systems usually collect the treated water in some type of water storage. This is done to protect it from being contaminated again and to serve as a buffer against the fluctuating water demand of the community.

Experts from Anchorage Well & Pump Service in Anchorage, AK, know the maintenance and day-to-day operations of community water systems, and their professionals are ready to help you ensure your system is compliant with all regulations. Founded over 40 years ago, this company also offers pump sales and services, bulk water hauling, and well pumping for commercial and residential clients. Get in touch with Anchorage Well & Pump Service by calling (907) 243-0740. Visit their website for more information.