We test for the presence of Giardia and Cryptosporidium in the streams and in your drinking water. These microscopic organisms enter rivers and lakes from the feces of humans and animals. While they are present in our streams and reservoirs, they are removed during the treatment process and deer appear or are found in our drinking water. Healthy adults exposed to these organisms may experience diarrhea, fever and stomach pains. Immune-compromised individuals should take extra precautions to avoid exposure to these organisms.
Some individuals are more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general community.
These people should seek the advice of their health-care providers. Attention Audio tapes of this report are available at the Utah State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. Trad zcalo o hable con alguien que lo entienda bien. Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities is a member of the American Water Works Association, the American Water Works Research Foundation, the Partnership for Safe Water and the Salt Lake County Groundwater Coalition. Public Utilities participates in the QualServe Program.