All water from natural sources, in both private and public water systems, contains impurities that impart to it its distinctive taste. The presence of most these impurities is not necessarily harmful for humans until their concentration exceeds a certain level.
The quality of water required depends on the use intended for the water. For example, if the water is to be used as drinking water, it must be both safe and palatable, while water to be used for fire protection may come straight out of a pond with no treatment or disinfection. Water for livestock does not need to be as free of impurities as water for humans, but water containing certain biological and chemical impurities can adversely affect the growth and health of livestock.
To know whether the water is acceptable for its intended uses:
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