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Why are the differences in snowflakes important to water systems?

Dave Gaylinn posted on 2/2/2023 12:28:00 PM

In geographic regions that rely on snowpack for their source water, like Denver, this is a very important issue. The National Weather Service calls the amount of water in snow the “snow ratio.” As a rule, 12 inches of snow can represent one inch of water in the Upper Midwest states.

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Have you had too much to drink?

Dave Gaylinn posted on 12/9/2022 11:10:00 AM

While it is well documented that we should all drink plenty of water, it gets a little murky when determining how much.

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How much water do you eat?

Dave Gaylinn posted on 7/21/2021 9:28:00 AM

It might surprise you, however, to know how much water it takes for certain food to arrive at our tables. This amount represents a food item’s water footprint.

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Keep your grass clippings out of the street

Dave Gaylinn posted on 6/4/2021 10:20:00 AM

Protecting source water is a very important part of the treatment process.

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Water workers avoid cyberattacks

Dave Gaylinn posted on 2/22/2021 2:08:00 PM

Cyberattacks can happen, but water utilities are prepared.

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Beating the bad tap rap

Dave Gaylinn posted on 9/4/2020 8:24:00 AM

When it comes to one's tap water, there are some people who believe a contaminant in any amount makes the water not safe. We can assure you, as a water consumer, that there are many protections in place that should give you confidence when pouring yourself or your family a glass of tap water.

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The water heroes we need

Dave Gaylinn posted on 8/30/2019 1:20:00 PM

The next generation is developing valuable ways to protect source water throughout the world.

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Stay ahead of natural disasters

Dave Gaylinn posted on 8/23/2019 12:13:00 PM

Be assured that water utilities work hard to ensure the safety and delivery of water, especially during natural disasters and emergencies.

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Private well users should learn about arsenic

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/10/2019 1:21:00 PM

A recently released study reported that young adults with low-to-moderate levels of exposure to arsenic over five years developed heart damage.

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Don't wreck rec season

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/3/2019 7:45:00 AM

It’s important you know the rules of your favorite watering hole.

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