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Lehi City and the Civic Improvement Association (CIA) would like to remind the residents that the RV dump station at the rodeo grounds is closed. Because of misuse, abuse and plugged drains, the dumping station became a health hazard for those that used it. To eliminate the problem the City and the CIA were forced to remove and abandon the dumping facility last October. Since that time there have been several RV’s that have pulled in and dumped their sewage on the ground, which has created a health hazard for the people that use the rodeo grounds. Not only is it inconsiderate of other people, but also of the environment. The alternative now is to dump at the Timpanogos Sewer Plant in American Fork or any other approved dumping station.

The water department would also like to caution the residents as they start gardening and doing yard work to not over use fertilizers and chemicals. The proper use of these chemicals can make a lawn and garden come alive and beautify the surrounding area, but can cause serious problems to our ground water if over used. If too much fertilizer is used, it will leach into the ground water supply causing contamination and health issues when used for drinking. Fertilizers should be used according to the directions found on the packaging and the manufacture’s recommendations. It is better to fertilize several times during the year than to apply one heavy application at the beginning the growing season . This provides a constant supply of nutrients to the plants. Too much fertilizer will be more likely to leach into the soil where it is not available for plant use and move into the ground water supply. Remember that we all have the responsibility to maintain a healthy environment, and the proper use of fertilizers and chemicals should be part of the plan. Already there are places in the United States that are feeling effect of over use of fertilizers, both nitrogen and phosphorus.

The Lehi City water department monitors and tests the water continuously to assure the residents a high quality and healthy supply of water. The results are sent to the Utah Department of Drinking Water to make sure they meet the standards of the State and EPA.