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Welcome
Water Geeks!
It is time to Celebrate Water again with Drinking Water Week! I'm Stephanie, and I love teaching others about our drinking water and the important steps taken to make sure it’s safe to drink. Staying healthy and hydrated starts with drinking clean water, which is why San Antonio Water System celebrates Drinking Water Week every year. Fun learning activities are waiting for you. Make sure to tell your teacher when you have completed the tasks to earn a special prize!
Let's get started!
Water Towers
Lesson 1
Water towers have large tanks. A typical water tower tank is sized to hold about a day's worth of water for the community served by the tower.
These tanks are usually elevated to ensure adequate water pressure is maintained throughout the distribution system. The height of the tower plays a crucial role in this, as gravity aids in the delivery of water to homes and businesses. The design of water towers varies, but many are cylindrical or spherical, often becoming landmarks in their communities.
Lesson I
Water Towers
In this lesson, you will:
- View a water tower animated video
- Meet a new friend named Stephanie
- Learn more about elevated storage tanks.
Water Towers
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Water towers help make sure we always have water when we need it. They store water up high so it can flow down into our homes with enough pressure. Even if the power goes out, water can still come out of the tap thanks to water towers!
Lesson 2
When Water Stops Flowing
Natural disasters like tornadoes or hurricanes and storms can cause water systems to lose power. Other disasters can be manmade, and can also stop the flow of water to your home. An average person drinks a little less than a gallon of water per day, but we use water for more than drinking, so it is important to plan ahead and store water for unexpected events.
Lesson 2
When Water Stops Flowing
In this lesson, you will:
- View an animated video about water interruptions.
- Discover the reasons why water service may stop working in your home.
- Learn how to prepare for emergencies and disruptions in water service.
- Complete an interactive activity to enhance your understanding.
When Water Stops Flowing
Lesson 3
Lesson 2
Water Interruptions QUIZ
Answer all the questions to reveal the image.
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Where Does Wastewater Go?
Wastewater is used water. It includes materials such as human waste, food scraps, oils, soaps and chemicals. Wastewater comes from houses, schools, businesses and industry. In homes, this includes water from sinks, showers, bathtubs, toiles, washing machines and dishwashers. Wastewater treatment plants lessen pollutants in wastewater to a level nature can handle.
Lesson 3
Where Does Wastewater Go?
In this lesson, you will:
- View a wastewater treatment video.
- Learn about where water goes after it is used in the home.
- Understand the stages of wastewater treatment.
- Complete a diagram activity on the water treatment process.
Where Does Wastewater Go?
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Wastewater Quest
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Welcome to Wastewater Quest!
The year is 3025. Earth's clean water is running out. The only way to save humanity is to find the Secret Formula that can clean wastewater and make it safe again. But the formula is locked inside a vault. To open it, you must complete four missions.Use your knowledge and what you just learned to succeed before it's too late!
Lesson 3
MISSION 1
MISSION 2
MISSION 4
MISSION 3
Lesson 3
Mission 1: Trash Trap Trouble
In this mission, you will need to answer challenging questions to remove all the big trash in the treatment process. Completing this mission will unlock the first key number to start the path toward the secret formula.
FORWARD!
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
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Lesson 3
The first number of the key is...
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KEY 2
MISSION 2
MISSION 4
MISSION 3
Lesson 3
Mission 2: Grit Stop
In this mission, you will need to answer questions about the grit chamber stageCompleting this mission will unlock the second key number to start the path toward the secret formula.
Let's go!
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
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Lesson 3
The second number of the key is...
Lesson 3
KEY 2
KEY 9
MISSION 4
MISSION 3
Lesson 3
Mission 3: Bubble Power
In this mission, you will need to answer questions on the sedimentation and aeration basin stages. Completing this mission will unlock the third key number to start the path toward the secret formula.
GO AHEAD!
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
The third number of the key is...
Lesson 3
KEY 2
KEY 9
MISSION 4
KEY 7
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Mission 4: Zap It
In this mission, you will need to answer questions to destroy all the germs in the water. Completing this mission will unlock the final key number to discover the secret formula.
Let's go!
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The last number of the key is...
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enter the code
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KEY 0
KEY 7
You have reached the final step to unlock the laboratory 🧪
Enter the password 2970
Treating Drinking Water
Lesson 4
Water from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs has to go through special cleaning steps before we can drink it. This is because water in nature can collect dirt, chemicals, and tiny germs that can make us sick. Cleaning the water helps keep it safe and healthy for everyone to use.
Lesson 4
Treating Drinking Water
In this lesson, you will:
- View a drinking water treatment video.
- Learn about groundwater and surface water treatment.
- Understand the stages of surface water treatment.
- Complete a fun activity.
Treating Drinking Water
Lesson 4
Lesson 4
hydro net
escape room
start
NEXT
A group of students are trapped inside Hydro Net, a cyber world that has hijacked the water treatment system with an AI virus. To return to reality, they must overcome various challenges and recover 4 gems, called Neoxis, in order to unscramble all the water treatment protocols. Are you ready to go for the challenge!
Source & Collection Zone
A lush setting where nature merges with technology.
NEXT
The odyssey begins in a cybernetic jungle where it is rumored that the first Neoxi is located. Only those who overcome the challenge before time runs out will be able to obtain it. Are you ready to defy the digital guardians by proving you understand the basics of clean drinking water and its treatment? Only then will you be able to locate the first gem.
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3/3
¡First Neoxi obtained! Take it and return to the control system.
Coagulation Zoo
An amazing place inhabited by fascinating cyber creatures.
NEXT
The adventure continues in a virtual zoo of coagulation, where it is believed that the Neoxi is hidden among the most dangerous cyber creatures. Each creature represents a different contaminant. Demonstrate mastery of coagulation, the first major treatment step after water is collected, to escape from the digital guardians who are always on the lookout. Are you ready to obtain the second gem by demonstrating intellectual prowess?
1/3
2/3
3/3
Second Neoxi obtained! Take it and return to the control system.
H20 Library
An immense space with a book archive that holds centuries of data on water treatment techniques.
NEXT
Within the virtual library, the group of students face another challenge in order to obtain the third Neoxi. This time they must acquire a visibility device that will help them in the mission. They will need the help of someone essential: The Professor.
NEXT
Hello Professor! Thank goodness you're here... we've come for that Neoxi you're examining right now…
One moment! Although water can appear clean, that doesn't mean it's safe to drink...we must ensure that it is. For this we will need to obtain scanner glasses that will help us detect the hidden particles and germs that water treatment removes.
Where can we get those glasses?
This is the next step of the mission. You will have to answer the oracle correctly...
What image have you gotten?
oracle
Let's find out if the Neoxi is authentic. Click the oracle and select the image you've gotten...
NEXT
Congratulations! You have obtained the scanner glasses! Use them to continue the mission and detect whether the water is safe to drink.
00:08
Observe the image and respond
1/3
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Observe the image and respond
2/3
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Observe the image and respond
3/3
You have the third Neoxi and have successfully escaped! Now return to the control system.
Aqua Nexus
A place where all water purification processes connect.
NEXT
In this challenging final test, students enter the Aqua Nexus. Hidden within its core lies a shining gem, but it can only be claimed by those who master the art of water purification. Before facing the final challenge, they must skillfully apply their knowledge of flocculation, sedimentation, and filtration with precision and speed. Success will reveal the secret code that will lead them to the fourth Neoxi successfully.
00:20
Remember the number code shown above
00:20
Remember the number code shown above
00:20
Remember the number code shown above
Tap to enter the secret code
Enter the code you have obtained for the final mission
Code
At last, you have the latest Neoxi and you have successfully passed all the tests. Return to the control system!
FINISH
Achieved! You have managed to unlock the control system and can return to reality.
Lesson 4
Thank you for participating in this water adventure!
Everyone Lives in a Watershed
Lesson 5
Everyone lives in a watershed. A watershed can be large, such as the Upper San Antonio River Watershed, or quite smile such as a couple of acres that drain into a pond. Larger watersheds are often called basins and usually contain many smaller watershed.
Lesson 5
Everyone Lives in a Watershed
In this lesson, you will:
- View a watershed video.
- Learn all about watersheds.
- Understand why watersheds should be protected.
- Complete a watershed activity.
Everyone Lives in a Watershed
Lesson 4
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Watershed Keeper
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Congrats, Watershed Protectors!
Keep using what you have learned to make smart choices. You are part of the team keeping our water safe for everyone.
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Drinking Water Week
You Have Finished
Water Geeks!
We hope you had fun learning all about Drinking Water Week and why tap water matters in our daily lives. Stay curious, stay hydrated, and keep making a difference in your community. Until our next adventure, keep Celebrating Water! Share your pictures and comments because we would love to hear from you. Goodbye, friends!
See you next time!
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A major event caused by nature that can cause damage and harm to people and property.
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pollutant
Something that makes the environment dirty or harmful.
basin
A bowl-shaped area, like a large bowl or sink, that can hold water.
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You have overcome unimaginable challenges in this journey through digital worlds!
Now, as you prepare for the final test, remember that your determination and skill have brought you this far. With courage and cunning, face this final test and conquer cyberspace. May your bravery shine brighter than ever in this crucial moment! Go forth, digital conqueror, destiny awaits you!
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Reservoir
A big, watery storage container.
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interruption
An interruption of water means clean water is no longer available to your home.
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dewatering
This step in wastewater treatment manages the solids from the first stage of treatment by squeezing out as much water as possible to make the solids into fertilizer, or to be incinerated, or sent to landfills.
disinfection
The final stage in wastewater and surface water treatment that removes any remaining pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites.
Coagulate
The first step in surface water treatment that brings together, or clumps, the solid, muddy material that needs to be removed.
Sanitary sewer collection system
An underground system of pipes used to carry off sewage or wastewater to a centralized treatment plant.
screening
The first stage in wastewater treatment where the biggest pollutants are removed.
sedimentation
In this stage of wastewater and surface water treatment the heavier dirt sinks to the bottom.
stormwater runoff
Rain that picks up pollutants as it runs off of surfaces such as pavement, rooftops, and lawns that directly flows into nearby water ways.
surface water
The water we see on the Earth's surface, like in lakes, rivers, and even puddles.
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elevated storage tank
A large water tower used as a reservoir or for maintaining equal pressure in a water system.
microbes
Tiny bugs found in water that can cause illness.
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headwaters
Small streams or springs that are the water source for a river.
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grit chamber
The primary treatment stage where water is slowed down to allow sand and gravel to sink to the bottom.
groundwater
Water contained under the ground's surface; a common source of water for drinking and irrigation.
oxygen
A gas that's like air, but it's also a special part of the air that we need to breathe to stay alive.
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FEMA
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is the federal agency responsible for providing help before and after a disaster.
flocculation
A water treatment process in which water is stirred to get clumps to get larger and settle to the bottom.
filtration
A process in which water passes through filtered media removing finer materials and microbes.
wastewater
Water that has been used for household or industrial purposes.
wastewater treatment
Physical, chemical, and biological processes used to remove pollutants from wastewater before releasing it into a body of water like a river, lake, or ocean.
watershed
An area of land that allows water to flow downhill on its way to rivers, lakes, and oceans.
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lake
A large body of water that is surrounded by land.
Aeration basin
The wastewater treatment stage that adds helpful bacteria and oxygen to the water and is mixed to remove organic material and allow pollutants to clump together.
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A place where fresh water is cleaned and treated for drinking, or cleaning: treating wastewater before releasing it into a body of water like a river, lake, or ocean.
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upper san antonio river watershed
Spans 506-square miles and is located within the larger San Antonio River Basin. It includes the City of San Antonio (498-square miles), the county seat of Bexar County, and extends into Wilson County.
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INTERACTIVE
Start
Welcome
Water Geeks!
It is time to Celebrate Water again with Drinking Water Week! I'm Stephanie, and I love teaching others about our drinking water and the important steps taken to make sure it’s safe to drink. Staying healthy and hydrated starts with drinking clean water, which is why San Antonio Water System celebrates Drinking Water Week every year. Fun learning activities are waiting for you. Make sure to tell your teacher when you have completed the tasks to earn a special prize!
Let's get started!
Water Towers
Lesson 1
Water towers have large tanks. A typical water tower tank is sized to hold about a day's worth of water for the community served by the tower. These tanks are usually elevated to ensure adequate water pressure is maintained throughout the distribution system. The height of the tower plays a crucial role in this, as gravity aids in the delivery of water to homes and businesses. The design of water towers varies, but many are cylindrical or spherical, often becoming landmarks in their communities.
Lesson I
Water Towers
In this lesson, you will:
Water Towers
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Lesson I Water Towers
Well done!
Water towers help make sure we always have water when we need it. They store water up high so it can flow down into our homes with enough pressure. Even if the power goes out, water can still come out of the tap thanks to water towers!
Lesson 2
When Water Stops Flowing
Natural disasters like tornadoes or hurricanes and storms can cause water systems to lose power. Other disasters can be manmade, and can also stop the flow of water to your home. An average person drinks a little less than a gallon of water per day, but we use water for more than drinking, so it is important to plan ahead and store water for unexpected events.
Lesson 2
When Water Stops Flowing
In this lesson, you will:
When Water Stops Flowing
Lesson 3
Lesson 2
Water Interruptions QUIZ
Answer all the questions to reveal the image.
Start
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!completed quiz!
Great job water geek!
Lesson 3
Where Does Wastewater Go?
Wastewater is used water. It includes materials such as human waste, food scraps, oils, soaps and chemicals. Wastewater comes from houses, schools, businesses and industry. In homes, this includes water from sinks, showers, bathtubs, toiles, washing machines and dishwashers. Wastewater treatment plants lessen pollutants in wastewater to a level nature can handle.
Lesson 3
Where Does Wastewater Go?
In this lesson, you will:
Where Does Wastewater Go?
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Wastewater Quest
start
Lesson 3
Welcome to Wastewater Quest!
The year is 3025. Earth's clean water is running out. The only way to save humanity is to find the Secret Formula that can clean wastewater and make it safe again. But the formula is locked inside a vault. To open it, you must complete four missions.Use your knowledge and what you just learned to succeed before it's too late!
Lesson 3
MISSION 1
MISSION 2
MISSION 4
MISSION 3
Lesson 3
Mission 1: Trash Trap Trouble
In this mission, you will need to answer challenging questions to remove all the big trash in the treatment process. Completing this mission will unlock the first key number to start the path toward the secret formula.
FORWARD!
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
The first number of the key is...
Lesson 3
KEY 2
MISSION 2
MISSION 4
MISSION 3
Lesson 3
Mission 2: Grit Stop
In this mission, you will need to answer questions about the grit chamber stageCompleting this mission will unlock the second key number to start the path toward the secret formula.
Let's go!
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
The second number of the key is...
Lesson 3
KEY 2
KEY 9
MISSION 4
MISSION 3
Lesson 3
Mission 3: Bubble Power
In this mission, you will need to answer questions on the sedimentation and aeration basin stages. Completing this mission will unlock the third key number to start the path toward the secret formula.
GO AHEAD!
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
The third number of the key is...
Lesson 3
KEY 2
KEY 9
MISSION 4
KEY 7
Lesson 3
Mission 4: Zap It
In this mission, you will need to answer questions to destroy all the germs in the water. Completing this mission will unlock the final key number to discover the secret formula.
Let's go!
00:10
Lesson 3
00:10
Lesson 3
00:10
Lesson 3
00:10
Lesson 3
00:10
Lesson 3
Lesson 3
The last number of the key is...
Lesson 3
enter the code
KEY 2
KEY 9
KEY 0
KEY 7
You have reached the final step to unlock the laboratory 🧪
Enter the password 2970
Treating Drinking Water
Lesson 4
Water from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs has to go through special cleaning steps before we can drink it. This is because water in nature can collect dirt, chemicals, and tiny germs that can make us sick. Cleaning the water helps keep it safe and healthy for everyone to use.
Lesson 4
Treating Drinking Water
In this lesson, you will:
Treating Drinking Water
Lesson 4
Lesson 4
hydro net
escape room
start
NEXT
A group of students are trapped inside Hydro Net, a cyber world that has hijacked the water treatment system with an AI virus. To return to reality, they must overcome various challenges and recover 4 gems, called Neoxis, in order to unscramble all the water treatment protocols. Are you ready to go for the challenge!
Source & Collection Zone
A lush setting where nature merges with technology.
NEXT
The odyssey begins in a cybernetic jungle where it is rumored that the first Neoxi is located. Only those who overcome the challenge before time runs out will be able to obtain it. Are you ready to defy the digital guardians by proving you understand the basics of clean drinking water and its treatment? Only then will you be able to locate the first gem.
00:10
1/3
00:10
2/3
00:10
3/3
¡First Neoxi obtained! Take it and return to the control system.
Coagulation Zoo
An amazing place inhabited by fascinating cyber creatures.
NEXT
The adventure continues in a virtual zoo of coagulation, where it is believed that the Neoxi is hidden among the most dangerous cyber creatures. Each creature represents a different contaminant. Demonstrate mastery of coagulation, the first major treatment step after water is collected, to escape from the digital guardians who are always on the lookout. Are you ready to obtain the second gem by demonstrating intellectual prowess?
1/3
2/3
3/3
Second Neoxi obtained! Take it and return to the control system.
H20 Library
An immense space with a book archive that holds centuries of data on water treatment techniques.
NEXT
Within the virtual library, the group of students face another challenge in order to obtain the third Neoxi. This time they must acquire a visibility device that will help them in the mission. They will need the help of someone essential: The Professor.
NEXT
Hello Professor! Thank goodness you're here... we've come for that Neoxi you're examining right now…
One moment! Although water can appear clean, that doesn't mean it's safe to drink...we must ensure that it is. For this we will need to obtain scanner glasses that will help us detect the hidden particles and germs that water treatment removes.
Where can we get those glasses?
This is the next step of the mission. You will have to answer the oracle correctly...
What image have you gotten?
oracle
Let's find out if the Neoxi is authentic. Click the oracle and select the image you've gotten...
NEXT
Congratulations! You have obtained the scanner glasses! Use them to continue the mission and detect whether the water is safe to drink.
00:08
Observe the image and respond
1/3
00:08
Observe the image and respond
2/3
00:08
Observe the image and respond
3/3
You have the third Neoxi and have successfully escaped! Now return to the control system.
Aqua Nexus
A place where all water purification processes connect.
NEXT
In this challenging final test, students enter the Aqua Nexus. Hidden within its core lies a shining gem, but it can only be claimed by those who master the art of water purification. Before facing the final challenge, they must skillfully apply their knowledge of flocculation, sedimentation, and filtration with precision and speed. Success will reveal the secret code that will lead them to the fourth Neoxi successfully.
00:20
Remember the number code shown above
00:20
Remember the number code shown above
00:20
Remember the number code shown above
Tap to enter the secret code
Enter the code you have obtained for the final mission
Code
At last, you have the latest Neoxi and you have successfully passed all the tests. Return to the control system!
FINISH
Achieved! You have managed to unlock the control system and can return to reality.
Lesson 4
Thank you for participating in this water adventure!
Everyone Lives in a Watershed
Lesson 5
Everyone lives in a watershed. A watershed can be large, such as the Upper San Antonio River Watershed, or quite smile such as a couple of acres that drain into a pond. Larger watersheds are often called basins and usually contain many smaller watershed.
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Everyone Lives in a Watershed
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Everyone Lives in a Watershed
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Natural disaster
A major event caused by nature that can cause damage and harm to people and property.
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pollutant
Something that makes the environment dirty or harmful.
basin
A bowl-shaped area, like a large bowl or sink, that can hold water.
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Reservoir
A big, watery storage container.
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interruption
An interruption of water means clean water is no longer available to your home.
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dewatering
This step in wastewater treatment manages the solids from the first stage of treatment by squeezing out as much water as possible to make the solids into fertilizer, or to be incinerated, or sent to landfills.
disinfection
The final stage in wastewater and surface water treatment that removes any remaining pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites.
Coagulate
The first step in surface water treatment that brings together, or clumps, the solid, muddy material that needs to be removed.
Sanitary sewer collection system
An underground system of pipes used to carry off sewage or wastewater to a centralized treatment plant.
screening
The first stage in wastewater treatment where the biggest pollutants are removed.
sedimentation
In this stage of wastewater and surface water treatment the heavier dirt sinks to the bottom.
stormwater runoff
Rain that picks up pollutants as it runs off of surfaces such as pavement, rooftops, and lawns that directly flows into nearby water ways.
surface water
The water we see on the Earth's surface, like in lakes, rivers, and even puddles.
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elevated storage tank
A large water tower used as a reservoir or for maintaining equal pressure in a water system.
microbes
Tiny bugs found in water that can cause illness.
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headwaters
Small streams or springs that are the water source for a river.
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grit chamber
The primary treatment stage where water is slowed down to allow sand and gravel to sink to the bottom.
groundwater
Water contained under the ground's surface; a common source of water for drinking and irrigation.
oxygen
A gas that's like air, but it's also a special part of the air that we need to breathe to stay alive.
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FEMA
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is the federal agency responsible for providing help before and after a disaster.
flocculation
A water treatment process in which water is stirred to get clumps to get larger and settle to the bottom.
filtration
A process in which water passes through filtered media removing finer materials and microbes.
wastewater
Water that has been used for household or industrial purposes.
wastewater treatment
Physical, chemical, and biological processes used to remove pollutants from wastewater before releasing it into a body of water like a river, lake, or ocean.
watershed
An area of land that allows water to flow downhill on its way to rivers, lakes, and oceans.
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lake
A large body of water that is surrounded by land.
Aeration basin
The wastewater treatment stage that adds helpful bacteria and oxygen to the water and is mixed to remove organic material and allow pollutants to clump together.
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treatment plant
A place where fresh water is cleaned and treated for drinking, or cleaning: treating wastewater before releasing it into a body of water like a river, lake, or ocean.
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upper san antonio river watershed
Spans 506-square miles and is located within the larger San Antonio River Basin. It includes the City of San Antonio (498-square miles), the county seat of Bexar County, and extends into Wilson County.
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