Fluoridation

In January 2008, the First 5 Sacramento Commission awarded a $6 million grant to fund the fluoridation of the Water Agency’s water system. We are developing plans for equipment installation at 35 locations. Installation is expected to begin in early 2010 and be completed by early 2011, after which we will be providing fluoridated water to all our customers in Elk Grove, Mather, Rancho Cordova, Arden Park, Walnut Grove and Hood. Map of fluoridated areas within Sacramento County. (Water Agency customers represent the green area on the map.)

Am I receiving fluoride in my water?
The Water Agency currently has two sources of water: groundwater from wells which is not fluoridated at this time and surface water from rivers which is fluoridated.  Over 90% of the Agency’s customers receive strictly groundwater.  However, some customers in the Laguna area of Elk Grove will, at times, receive varying percentages of surface water/groundwater.  Therefore, they will receive varying concentrations of fluoride.  Customers that have the highest probability of receiving fluoridated surface water are those that live closest to Franklin Blvd and Dwight Road - the location where fluoridated surface water enters the water system.

Why Fluoride?
Fluoridation prevents tooth decay safely and effectively. The United State Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies fluoride as one of the 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century.  The CDC has extensive research and has a lot of useful information regarding water system fluoridation. Visit them online to learn more.

For more information on our Fluoridation program, please contact project manager Dave Zuccaro,(916) 875-6917.