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At Rural Water District 5, Cowley County, we are committed to providing safe, high quality water services to our community, while maintaining a standard of excellence in customer service and environmental conservation.

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Temporary change in water treatment

August 09, 2018

Beginning this week, the City of Winfield will be changing their disinfection routine for a few weeks. You may detect a mild chlorine smell or taste in your water, but it should be minimal. This is a routine procedure and is done periodically as part of the disinfection process for water systems.

This line maintenance process is known as denitrification. Normally, the City of Winfield uses chloramines to disinfect the water; however, prolonged utilization of chloramines can result in nitrification, which can have an adverse effect on the safety of the water. Periodically treating with free chlorine prevents nitrification from occurring.

During this process, the water will remain safe...

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Leaves are falling . . . Autumn is calling.

Leaves are falling . . . Autumn is calling.

October 01, 2018

Autumn is heralded by the exhilaration of falling temperatures and the dazzling hues of falling leaves. The air is cool and the colors are warm. October glories in the grandeur of oranges, yellows, and reds.  Nature puts on a theatrical extravaganza, and we have the privilege of watching the show every single day. This is an incredible time to grab a sweater and enjoy the majesty of the outdoors. Visit a pumpkin patch or an apple orchard and revel in the bounty of the season. Take a hike and bask in the beauty of the changing colors. Or simply go outside and savor the splendor that’s right there in your front yard. Find a nice seat and enjoy the fresh, invigorating breeze, or get busy working on your garden and your lawn.  

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