Malcomson Road UD Archive

The Malcomson Road UD trail from Louetta Rd to Lakewood Crossing Dr will be closed from 4/1 to 4/7 for repairs.

The North Harris County Regional Water Authority (NHCRWA ) has terminated stage 1 voluntary of their Drought Contingency Plan (DCP). Malcomson Road UD Stage 1 DCP is no longer in effect.

The North Harris County Regional Authority (NHCRWA) terminated their Stage 2 water conservation measures. However, Stage 1 voluntary remains in effect. Effective immediately, the following voluntary water use restrictions are in place:

Voluntary water use restrictions now in place:

• Water customers are requested to voluntarily limit the irrigation of landscaped areas to Sundays and Thursdays for single-family residential customers with a street address ending in an even number (0, 2, 4, 6 or 8); Saturdays and Wednesdays for single-family residential customers with a street address ending in an odd number (1, 3, 5, 7 or 9); and Tuesdays and Fridays for all other customers and to irrigate landscapes only between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 5-00 am and 7-00 pm and 12:00 midnight on designated watering days.
• Water customers are requested to practice water conservation and to minimize or discontinue water use for non-essential purposes.
• Water Customers are requested to check for and repair all leaks, dripping faucets, and running toilets.

Thank you for your cooperation – Customers will be notified when these restrictions are no longer required or if conditions warrant additional conservation measures.

Due to ongoing drought conditions, The North Harris County Regional Authority (NHCRWA) initiated Stage 2 (Mandatory) water conservation measures. Because Malcomson Rd. UD is located within the boundaries of the NHCRWA, we are required to ini ate Stage 2 mandatory utility water conservation measures. Effective immediately, under threat of penalty for violation, the following water use restrictions for stage 2 shall apply to all persons:

• Irrigation of landscaped areas with hose-end sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems shall be limited to Sundays and Thursdays for customers with a street address ending in an even number (0, 2, 4, 6 or 8); Saturdays and Wednesdays for water customers with a street address ending in an odd number (1, 3, 5, 7 or 9); and Tuesdays and Fridays for all other customers, and irrigation of landscaped areas is further limited to the hours of 12:00 midnight until 5:00 a.m. and between 7:00 p.m. and 12:00 midnight on designated watering days. However, irrigation of landscaped areas is permitted at any time if it is by means of a hand-held hose, a faucet filled bucket or watering can of five (5) gallons or less, or drip irrigation. system.
• Use of water to wash any motor vehicle, motorbike, boat, trailer, airplane, or other vehicle is prohibited except on designated watering days between the hours of-12:00 midnight and 5:00 a.m. and between 7:00 p.m. and 12:00 midnight. Such washing, when allowed, shall be done with a hand-held bucket or a hand-held hose equipped with a positive shutoff nozzle for quick rinses. Vehicle washing may be done at any time on the immediate premises of a commercial car wash or commercial service station. Further, such washing may be exempted from these regulations if the health, safety, and welfare of the public is contingent upon frequent vehicle cleansing, such as garbage trucks and vehicles used to transport food and perishables.
• Use of water to fill, refill, or add to any indoor or outdoor swimming pools, wading pools, or Jacuzzi-type pools is prohibited except on designated watering days between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 5:00 a.m. and between 7:00 p.m. and 12:00 midnight.
• Operation of any ornamental fountain or pond for aesthetic or scenic purposes is prohibited except where necessary to support aquatic life or where such fountains or ponds are equipped with a recirculation system.
• Use of water from hydrants shall be limited to fire-fighting, related activities, or other activities necessary to maintain public health, safety, and welfare, except that use of water from designated fire hydrants for construction purposes may be allowed under special permit from the District.
• All restaurants are prohibited from serving water to patrons except upon request of the patron.

The following uses of water are defined as non-essential and are prohibited:

1. wash down of any sidewalks, walkways, driveways, parking lots, tennis courts, or other hard-surfaced areas.
2. use of water to wash down buildings or structures for purposes other than. immediate fire protection.
3. use of water for dust control.
4. flushing gutters or permitting water to run or accumulate in any hutter or street.
5. failure to repair a controllable leak(s) within a reasonable period after having been given notice directing the repair of such leak(s).

Exceptions: Notwithstanding foregoing, water may be discharged during a Stage 2 Water Shortage as follows:

a. By the District for the purpose of flushing waterlines to prevent or eliminate stagnation, contamination, or discoloration of water in any District water facility, or
b. For the wetting of any surface for the purpose of complying with the air pollution laws of the State of Texas or the United States of America.
c. To alleviate conditions threatening life, safety, or welfare of the public, including, without limitation, fire suppression.

The following penalties shall apply to anyone violating the mandatory drought response measures stated above:

• Any person who violates this Plan is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction shall be punished by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) and not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000.00). Each day that one or more of the provisions in this Plan is violated shall constitute a separate offense. If a person is convicted of three or more distinct violations of this Plan, the Board shall, upon due notice to the customer, be authorized to discontinue water service to the premises where such violtions occur. Services discontinued under such circumstances shall be restored only upon payment, of a re-connection charge, hereby established at $100.00, and any other costs incurred by the District in discontinuing service. In addition, suitable assurance must be given to the Board that the same ac on shall not be repeated while the Plan is in effect. Compliance with this plan may also be sought through injunctive relief in the district court.

Thank you for your cooperation – Customers will be notified when these restrictions are no longer required or if conditions warrant additional conservation measures.

Due to ongoing drought conditions, The North Harris County Regional Authority (NHCRWA) initiated Stage 1 water conservation measures. Because Malcomson Rd. UD is located within the boundaries of the NHCRWA, we are required to initiate Stage 1 voluntary utility water conservation measures. The NHCRWA and Malcomson Rd. UD may require mandatory water use restrictions if conditions worsen. Effective immediately, the following voluntary water use restrictions are in place:

Voluntary Water Use Restrictions Now in Place:

• Water customers are requested to voluntarily limit the irrigation of landscaped areas to Sundays and Thursdays for single-family residential customers with a street address ending in an even number (0, 2, 4, 6 or 8); Saturdays and Wednesdays for single-family residential customers with a street address ending in an odd number (1, 3, 5, 7 or 9); and Tuesdays and Fridays for all other customers and to irrigate landscapes only between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 5-00 am and 7-00 pm and 12:00 midnight on designated watering days.
• Water customers are requested to practice water conservation and to minimize or discontinue water use for non-essential purposes.
• Water Customers are requested to check for and repair all leaks, dripping faucets, and running toilets.

Thank you for your cooperation – Customers will be notified when these restrictions are no
longer required or if conditions warrant additional conservation measures.

Malcomson Road Utility District (MRUD) has resumed operations at Water Plant No #2. Maintenance work is still being performed at the plant, but it should not disrupt operations. The water quality should improve as the plant’s surface water is released into the system. This might take up to 2 days. For the past months, the District has been using well water from Water Plant No. 1 as a primary source of water which caused differences in taste and appearance. If you continue to have water quality issues, please contact EDP at (832) 467-1599 so we can work to resolve individual situations.

Malcomson Road Utility District(MRUD) is currently completing maintenance work at Water Plant #2; therefore, the plant is offline. Water Plant #2 is the primary source of water for the District but because of the repairs, MRUD has shifted over to use Water Plant #1. Water Plant #1 utilizes ground water from a well instead of the NHCRWA surface water so the water may seem different in taste and appearance. Chlorine residuals are continuously monitored by EDP at the water plant and throughout the District to ensure that the water provided to residents is safe for consumption despite taste, odor and discoloration differences.

The work being done at Water Plant #2 should be completed by the first week in June. Once that work is complete, MRUD will shift back to its normal operations. If you continue to have water quality issues, please contact EDP at (832) 467-1599 so we can work to resolve individual situations.

Winter weather and freezing temperatures are expected this week across Texas. The National Weather Service is forecasting widespread freezing temperatures on Friday and Saturday mornings. Residents should closely monitor media and the National Weather Service for updates to the forecast. We wanted to assure you that the teams at Inframark are monitoring and working diligently in preparation for a freezing weather event to safeguard your facilities. It is also important that you take action as well in protecting the “Four P’s”: People, pets, pipes and plants.

People

• Keep warm, stay inside if possible.
• If you need to go out, dress in layers and wear hats, gloves and an appropriate coat.
• Avoid overexertion, as cold weather puts added strain on your body.

Pets

• Bring pets inside, and move other animals or livestock to sheltered areas.
• Keep adequate food and water available.

Pipes

• Disconnect outdoor hoses, drain and store in protected area.
• Wrap exposed faucets and pipes – including those outside the house or in unheated crawl spaces, attics, garages and other areas.

Plants

• Bring potted plants inside or store in garage near interior wall to provide extra warmth and protection from wind.
• For cold-sensitive outdoor plants, put down extra mulch and consider covering with a cloth fabric of some kind to shield the plants from wind and frost.

Additionally, if you have an irrigation system, turn off the water to the system at your backflow preventer and then drain the system so your irrigation pipes and sprinkler heads are not damaged.

The following sites can also be used as a source of information and to keep you updated:

Where you can learn more:

• Forecasts: National Weather Service Houston-Galveston
• Winter Weather Safety: National Weather Service
• Local Road Conditions: Houston TranStar
• State Road Conditions: DriveTexas.org
• Space Heater Safety: National Fire Protection Association

Stay safe and stay warm.