Icon note: Friday's chamber breakfast provided one of the most informative programs on a topic that affects everyone in Bluffton. We urge viewers to open the attachment to this story for more information.

Bluffton's H 2 O: where it comes from and where it goes.

That topic gained the attention of a Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce full house during its June 14 breakfast week.

Ryan Brauen of Wessler Engineering, told about how Bluffton’s drinking water gets into household taps. John Bowers, village wastewater treatment operator, told about how the village makes it clean again.

“Imagine the National Quarry on Jefferson Street filled with water to a depth of 20 feet, Brauen told chamber members.  “Bluffton uses that much water – it’s 187 million gallons – each year.”

Bowers told the audience that 100 percent of the water that goes into the wastewater treatment plant also comes out of the plant.

To the question “How can you help?” Bower provided these tips:
● Don't throw trash in the toilet or down drains.
● Reduce unnecessary water coming to the plant, such as sump pumps and downspouts.
● Don't flush toxic chemicals, medications and oils.
● Have your septic system maintained and inspected regularly

Both presenters provide additional details about Bluffton’s water. A PowerPoint presentation below provides additional information about Bluffton water.

CLICK HERE for the PowerPoint.