July 16, 2021

Water System Alerts and Notification via Text Message

Holmwood Utilities is now offering an alert notification service to all of its water customers.  This service will allow customers to be notified by text message of important information pertaining to the water system.  Types of alerts that will be sent using this service include, but are not limited to, boil water notices, scheduled maintenance or repair activities, water conservation notices, and any other situations that might result in interruption of service.  Customers can register for this service at no additional cost and it can be canceled at anytime; however, standard cellular message and data rates from your service provider may apply.

To sign up for these alert notifications, text ” HMU ” to (800) 282-5634.

March 18, 2021

Boil Water Notice Rescinded (March 18, 2021)

March 18, 2021
To: Holmwood Utilities Customers (Public Water System ID # 1210020)

Subject: BOIL WATER NOTICE RESCINDED

On Tuesday, March 16, 2021, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the Holmwood Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number 1210020) to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Holmwood Utilities has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore the quality of the water distributed by Holmwood Utilities used for drinking water or human consumption purposes and has provided TCEQ with laboratory test results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling prior to use as of March 18, 2021.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Mr. Chris Key, P.E., Operations Division Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634.

If a customer wishes to contact TCEQ, they may call (512) 239-4691.

August 28, 2020

Boil Water Notice Rescinded (August 28, 2020)

To: Holmwood Utilities Customers (Public Water System ID # 1210020)
Subject: BOIL WATER RESCIND NOTIFICATION

On Thursday, August 27, 2020, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the Holmwood Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number 1210020) to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Holmwood Utilities has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore the quality of the water distributed by Holmwood Utilities used for drinking water or human consumption purposes and has provided TCEQ with laboratory test results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling prior to use as of August 28, 2020.

If you have questions regarding this matter you may contact Mr. Chris Key, P.E., Operations Division Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634.

If a customer wishes to contact TCEQ, they may call (512) 239-4691.

March 30, 2020

Boil Water Notice Rescinded (March 30, 2020)

To: Holmwood Utilities Customers (Public Water System ID # 1210020)
Subject: BOIL WATER RESCIND NOTIFICATION

On Thursday, March 26, 2020, Holmwood Utilities experienced a break in a water main that caused interruption of water service. This interruption of service affects the entire water system. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required Holmwood Utilities (PWS ID Number 1210020) to notify all customers of the need to boil water prior to consumption.

Holmwood Utilities has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore adequate pressure, disinfectant levels, and/or bacteriological quality and has provided TCEQ with testing results that indicate the water no longer requires boiling as of Monday, March 30, 2020.

If you have questions regarding this matter you may contact Mr. Chris Key, P.E., Operations Division Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634.

If a customer wishes to contact TCEQ, they may call (512) 239-4691.

March 26, 2020

Boil Water Notice (March 26, 2020)

To: Holmwood Utilities Customers (Public Water System ID # 1210020)
Subject: BOIL WATER NOTIFICATION

On Thursday, March 26, 2020, at approximately 9:00 a.m., Holmwood Utilities experienced a break in a water main that caused interruption of water service. This interruption of service affects the entire water system. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required Holmwood Utilities (PWS ID Number 1210020) to notify all customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption.

Water utility crews are on site making repairs to the water main. ANRA estimate repairs to be complete and water service restored by mid-afternoon, Thursday, March 26, 2020. The boil-water notice will remain in effect until water samples have been collected, tested, and indicate there is no harmful bacteria in the water.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to consumption. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from other suitable sources. When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. Instructions to discontinue boiling will be issued in the same manner as this notice.

If you have questions regarding this matter you may contact Mr. Chris Key, Operations Division Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634

If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call 512-239-4691.

March 16, 2020

Boil Water Notice (March 16, 2021)

To: Holmwood Utilities Customers (Public Water System ID # 1210020)
Subject: BOIL WATER NOTIFICATION

On Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at approximately 2:15 pm., Holmwood Utilities experienced a break in a water main that caused interruption of water service for most of the water system. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required the Holmwood Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number 1210020) to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions.

Water utility crews are on site making repairs to the water main. ANRA estimate repairs to be complete and water service restored by late evening, Tuesday, March 16, 2021. The boil-water notice will remain in effect until water samples have been collected, tested, and indicate there is no harmful bacteria in the water.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to consumption. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from other suitable sources. When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. Instructions to discontinue boiling will be issued in the same manner as this notice.

If you have questions regarding this matter you may contact Mr. Chris Key, Operations Division Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634

If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call 512-239-4691.

July 1, 2019

Boil Water Notice Rescinded (July 1, 2019)

To: Holmwood Utilities Customers (Public Water System ID # 1210020)
Subject: BOIL WATER RESCIND NOTIFICATION

On Thursday, June 27, 2019, Holmwood Utilities experienced a mechanical malfunction in its chlorination system. This malfunction affects the entire water system. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required Holmwood Utilities (PWS ID Number 1210020) to notify all customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption.

Holmwood Utilities has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore adequate pressure, disinfectant levels, and/or bacteriological quality and has provided TCEQ with testing results that indicate the water no longer requires boiling as of Monday, July 1, 2019.

If you have questions regarding this matter you may contact Chris Key, Operations Division Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632‐7795 or (800) 282‐5634.

If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call 512‐239‐4691.

June 27, 2019

Boil Water Notice (June 27, 2019)

To: Holmwood Utilities Customers (Public Water System ID # 1210020)
Subject: BOIL WATER NOTIFICATION

On Thursday, June 27, 2019, Holmwood Utilities experienced a mechanical malfunction in its chlorination system. This malfunction affects the entire water system. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required Holmwood Utilities (PWS ID Number 1210020) to notify all customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to consumption. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from other suitable sources. When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. Instructions to discontinue boiling will be issued in the same manner as this notice.

If you have questions regarding this matter you may contact Chris Key, Operations Division Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632‐7795 or (800) 282‐5634.

If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call 512‐239‐4691.

July 30, 2013

Draft Drought Contingency Plan Available for Review and Comment

7/30/2013 – Draft Drought Contingency Plan available for review and comment – Details here