Boca Raton Water Undergoing Temporary Disinfection Change

Residents may notice chlorine taste or odor during two-week treatment period.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 11:28am

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An extreme close-up X-ray photograph revealing the intricate network of pipes and valves inside a water treatment plant, conceptually illustrating the complex systems that deliver safe drinking water to a community.A ghostly X-ray view of the inner workings of Boca Raton's water treatment infrastructure, undergoing a temporary disinfection process change to maintain water quality.Boca Raton Today

The City of Boca Raton's Utility Services Department will temporarily switch its water disinfection process from chloramine to free chlorine for a two-week period from April 12 to April 26, 2026. This routine maintenance is expected to result in some customers noticing a chlorine taste or odor in their tap water, as well as possible temporary water pressure drops or discoloration during hydrant flushing.

Why it matters

The temporary change in disinfection method is an industry best practice to help maintain water quality, but it may require adjustments for some customers and businesses that rely on water treatment systems calibrated for chloramine instead of free chlorine.

The details

The city said the water remains safe to drink during the two-week period, but customers using home kidney dialysis machines, tropical fish aquariums, and commercial fish/shellfish holding tanks should seek professional guidance to ensure their systems are properly adjusted for the change in chlorine residuals.

  • The temporary disinfection change will take place from Sunday, April 12 through Sunday, April 26, 2026.
  • During this period, the city will also continue routine fire hydrant flushing, which may result in temporary water pressure drops or discoloration in some areas.

The players

City of Boca Raton Utility Services Department

The municipal department responsible for operating Boca Raton's water treatment and distribution system.

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What’s next

Customers with questions about the temporary disinfection change can contact the Boca Raton Utility Services Department at 561-338-7310 or check the city's Utility Services webpage for additional information.

The takeaway

This routine water system maintenance highlights the importance of water treatment infrastructure and the need for residents and businesses to be aware of how changes in municipal water disinfection processes may impact their own water systems and operations.