Recent Customer Reports of Musty Water

Some customers have recently noticed an earthy taste or smell in their drinking water. This is due to a naturally occurring algae bloom at one of our water sources. Your drinking water remains safe to drink and use as normal. The issue is limited to taste and odor, there are no health concerns. Contra Costa Water District is actively addressing the algae bloom, and customers should begin to notice improvements soon. For more information, see our Water Quality FAQs.