Sorry in advance to say there was no mention of fluoride but the City of Spokane released its required annual report on the quality of drinking water provided by the City’s Water Department. Good news: For 2012, as in previous years, the City met or exceeded all federal and state drinking water standards.

The City operates the third largest water system in the state of Washington. Only Seattle and Tacoma have larger systems. Beneath the city streets lies a network of water pipes that delivers water from wells to every home and business within the current water service area. The City maintains about 1,000 miles of water mains and smaller water lines.

The City’s Water Quality Report for 2012 is available on line at www.spokanewater.org/water-quality/. Citizens may request a mailed copy by calling the Water Department at 625-7800 and providing a current address.

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