City of St Johns, Michigan — Mint Festival City
(989) 224-8944 — http://ci.saint-johns.mi.us
Welcome to the City's Water Department
Al Sodman, Water Systems Supervisor
Phone: (989)224-8944, ext 235
Fax: (989)224-0958
E-Mail: asodman@ci.saint-johns.mi.us
Emergency 'After Hours' Phone (989)224-8931
Water System
The City's Water Department is dedicated to providing safe, clean drinking water to the residents of St Johns. This department is responsible for installing new water lines as well as repairing and maintaining our existing water system.
The City has five (5) wells. The City pumps approximately one million gallons of water per day. The City's SCADA system has been extensively updated. The SCADA system monitors the wells 24/7 every day.
Our water is regulated by the State and phosphate, chlorine and flouride are added to it. Testing for chlorine levels are done twice a day and once a day for phosphate. The City tests for bacteria, per the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality Standards, at six (6) different locations throughout the City twice a month. Flouride is added due to State and MIOSHA standards. The flouride levels are monitored daily to insure proper standards are achieved.
Chlorine levels are tested twice daily. Phosphate testing is done daily. Bacteria is tested at six (6) different sites throughout the City twice a month.
It is required that the City gather bacteria samples from all new construction mains.
Fire Hydrant Flushing
The City of St. Johns Water Department personnel flushes all fire hydrants in the City. The purpose is to insure that the hydrants are operable and also to clean the water mains of rust and sediment that develops over a period of time. During the process the water could become slightly colored; however, it should clear up shortly after the flushing. Flushing of the hydrants is done in spring and fall. Hydrant flushing will begin September 28, 2011 and will continue through mid-October.
Miss Dig
Before you dig - Call MISS DIG at 1-800-482-7171
Water, sewer, natural gas, electric, cable, fiber optic and other service lines are buried underground. State law requires that you call MISS DIG at 1-800-482-7171 at least three (3) working days before starting any project that involves digging.
MISS DIG will notify the utilities in your area, who will mark the location of the underground lines with flags or paint - for free - so you can avoid them.
Some of these lines may not be buried very deep, so even if you are just planting a tree or putting in a mailbox post, it's important to call.
If you will be digging anywhere near a marked area - especially if you are using power equipment - use a shovel and hand dig to expose the lines. This will prevent emergencies and unnecessary service interruptions to you and your neighbors.
Safe Drinking Water
The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has primary enforcement authority in Michigan for the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act under the legislative authority of Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act.
Click on links below for further information:
http://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,1607,7-135-3313_3675---,00.html
Safety Award
The American Water Works Association presented the City of St Johns Water Department with the 2005 December Safety Award. The award is administered by the Safety Practices Committee, which recognizes excellence in water utility safety programs. The competition involved the review and evaluation of the department's safety record, as well as its' program. As a Michigan section winner, the Department will be entered in the AWWA national Wendell R. LaDue Safety Award competition for possible national recognition. Pictured are the Water Department Staff Members.
Utility/Street Permit
A utility/street permit must be completed prior to performing any work in the City right-of-way. Fees may apply depending on work. Contact city offices at (989) 224-8944 for further information.
