Please remember that it is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure that the water meter is kept visible and accessible at all times to allow easy and safe access by CBWA staff. Trim bushes, trees and grass that prevent access or cover the water meter. It is amazing how quickly plants and grass can cover a water meter box during the growing season.
Most of our members are very considerate and we would like to thank you for your co-operation.
Demonstrating its commitment to public health protection and the public’s right-to-know about local environmental information, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires all community water systems to put annual drinking water quality reports into the hands of their members. These reports (also known as consumer confidence reports), which EPA developed in consultation with water suppliers, environmental groups, and the states, will enable you to make practical, knowledgeable decisions about your health and your environment.
View the 2013 Consumer Confidence Report, or see past reports on our Quality Reports page.
To learn more visit the Environmental Protection Agency website.
Water service may be temporarily interrupted due to a water leak on the corner of Wagontire and Homestead Drive. The issue will be resolved as soon as possible.
Status Update: The leak was stopped around 5:50PM and water service should resume shortly.
We are sending all members a Cross Connection Questionnaire so you should see them in your mailbox soon. Your participation is essential. We reference a brochure to learn more about cross connections and it can be downloaded below.
>> “Keeping Your Water Drinkable” Brochure
In July 2013, Clarks Branch Water Association sent out a letter requesting annual backflow testing to be completed. The letter resulted in some confusion and we have decided to gather new data to ensure accuracy.
Clarks Branch Water Association takes pride in providing safe drinking water to our customers. Although the water that reaches your home or business meets all State and Federal drinking water standards and is safe to drink, contamination can occur within your own piping system. This potential hazard is known as an unprotected “cross connection,” which can cause backflow to occur.
The Oregon Administrative Rules 333-061-0070 thru 333-061-0074 has established rules and requirements to enable Clarks Branch Water Association to protect our water system. Our goal is to identify potential cross connection hazards and take appropriate actions to protect against the possibility of backflow to occur. We need your help, because as a water user, you are the most familiar with how our water is being used within your property.
Water suppliers, homeowners, business owners and health officials must all share in the responsibility to ensure the safety of our drinking water. We feel it will help give a better understanding of cross connections and backflow and the means of protection available. Please take time to complete and return the attached cross connection questionnaire within 30 days of the date of this letter. Your participation is essential to the success of this program.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact this office at the number listed below. Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Mary Gouin
CBWA Manager