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How do public water systems protect against Naegleria Fowleri Amoeba?

All public water systems are required to maintain specific disinfection levels that are scientifically proven to kill micro-organisms including Naegleria Fowleri Amoeba, at both water plants and in distribution systems. Additionally, public water systems are required to implement cross-connection control measures to protect the system.

Does the State of Texas regulate how public water systems protect the water supply?

Yes, the level of disinfection and cross connection measures are established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and enforced by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Are the disinfection levels in a public water system regularly checked?

Yes, public water systems are required to check disinfection levels at water plants and throughout the communities at various locations representative of the entire distribution system to ensure compliance with EPA/TCEQ regulations.

Do public water systems specifically test for Naegleria Fowleri Amoeba?

Proper disinfection levels that meet the EPA/TCEQ’s standards eliminate the presence of micro-organisms including Naegleria Fowleri Amoeba. Specific tests for Naegleria Fowleri Amoeba are not required by EPA/TCEQ and are not readily available within reasonable timeframes.

For more information, please see the following links:

• TCEQ Infectious Amoeba: Naegleria Fowleri
• TDSHS Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis – Frequently Asked Questions
• Texas Administrative Code
• YouTube: Naegleria Fowleri Amoeba

Currently trash & recycle services will continue as normal.

Please refrain from generating additional heavy trash, such as cleaning garages, closets, extra yard work, etc. Due to extra volumes, trash is extremely heavy and our routes are running later than normal. Please be patient as we are doing our best to get all trash collected.

In response to the continuing effects of the Coronavirus and in observance of our employee’s safety, we are asking that all waste be placed in plastic bags and tied off to avoid any need for direct contact with the garbage.

Please continue to place your recycling loose in your container. Please break down all boxes and reduce in size as much as possible. If you exceed the capacity of the container, please bag and place with trash. However, if anyone in your household is exhibiting symptoms of any transmissible illness, please place recyclables in plastic bags and dispose of with your regular garbage.

Please do not call the office. Go to website www.best-trash.com for updates or contact customerservice@besttrashtexas.com.

In response to the continuing effects of the Coronavirus and in observance of our employee’s safety, we are asking that all waste be placed in plastic bags and tied off to avoid any direct contact with the garbage.

Trash collection services will continue as normal, but we are experiencing an increase in the amount of residential solid waste as a result of residents spending more time at home. Please be patient as we are doing our best to get everyone collected.

Green waste collection will continue; however we anticipate delays in service. By taking the following steps, residents can help minimize these delays:

• Mulch leaves and grass clippings instead of bagging them for disposal.
• Limit the amount of pruning and tree trimming to only what is essential.
• If utilizing a landscaping company, ensure all green waste is collected and hauled off by the contractor.

Please continue to place your recycling loose in your container. However, if anyone in your household is exhibiting symptoms of any transmissible illness, please place recyclables in plastic bags and dispose of with your regular garbage.