The City of Enid has announced that startup operations and testing will begin for the newly completed Kaw Lake Water Treatment Plant and Pipeline on Chestnut Avenue.
“This marks another important step forward for Enid’s water system,” said City Manager Jerald Gilbert. “The testing period allows staff to safely evaluate operations and ensure the facility is prepared to serve residents and businesses for years to come.”
During the next 30 days, crews will ensure the facility is operating properly and meeting state and federal standards for water quality. This testing phase will include monitoring treatment performance, optimizing pumping operations and overall system functionality before the plant becomes fully operational.
While residents may notice increased activity near the facility at this time, city officials emphasize the testing is controlled, monitored and conducted in coordination with engineers and water treatment operators. Some treated water will be released into the drainage system during the testing period, but city officials also emphasize this is a normal and safe part of preparing the facility for full operation.
Any discharge will be chemically free and safe to the aquatic life and the drainage will be through the normal drainage system.
For more information on the testing or the facility, contact the Engineering Department at (580) 616-7236.
