Chemical Purpose
| Liquid Permanganate |
Controls zebra mussels and helps control taste and odor |
| Powdered Activated Carbon |
Controls taste and odor |
| Alum (Aluminum Sulphate) |
Removes turbidity (dirt) in lake water |
| Lime (Calcium Hydroxide) |
Softens water by removing calcium and magnesium compounds |
| Polymer- Softening Aid |
Assists with forming floc in the settling basin |
| Polymer- Filter Aid |
Assists with removal of particles in the filters |
| Ortho- and Poly-phosphate Blend |
Coats piping to prevent lead and copper from leaching out |
| Fluoride |
Promotes healthy teeth |
| Chlorine- Sodium Chloride (Bleach) |
Used for disinfection |
| Ammonia- Aqueous (Liquid) |
Tempers the taste of chlorine and extends chlorine effectiveness |
