Drinking Water Taste and Odour Issues - Geosmin

To the residents of the Union Water Supply System, over the past two (2) weeks there have been several taste and odour complaints, rest assured that your drinking water continues to be safe.  The musty taste in the water is caused by a naturally occurring compound called Geosmin.  This compound does not pose a health risk.  To read more of this notification please click the tab below. 

Taste and Odour Issues - Geosmin

UWSS-WUC Water System Interconnection PIC

July 03, 2025

On June 17th, a Public Information Centre (PIC) was held at Essex Legion Branch 201 as part of the ongoing efforts between Union Water Supply System Inc. (UWSS Inc.), Windsor Utilities Commission (WUC), and CIMA+ to study water system interconnection and redundancy.

The event was covered in the local press, highlighting the importance of regional collaboration and community engagement.

Stay tuned for details on a second Public Information Centre, scheduled for Winter.

For more information and project updates, please visit our collaborative host website


Photo shared with permission from the Essex Free Press (June 26, 2025)

Contact Us

Union Water Supply System

1615 Union Ave., Box 340
Ruthven, Ontario
N0P 2G0
Phone: 519-326-1668

Between 8:30 to 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday.

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,
365 days a year to answer any questions,
Call: 519-326-4447

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