Texas plant will turn sewage into drinking water

Construction recently began on a $13 million water-reclamation plant believed to be the first of its kind in Texas. And officials have worked to dispel any fears that people will be drinking their neighbors' urine, promising the system will yield clean, safe water. Some residents are prepared to put aside any squeamishness if it means having an abundant water supply. The new treatment plant in West Texas will be the first in the state to provide drinking water. In Orange County, Calif., a similar project started several years ago now provides 70 million gallons a day, water that is considered nearly as pure as distilled, Miller said. San Diego is also studying the idea. Read more: http://j.mp/oQ18V7

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