Anyone can be proud to live in Floydada, Texas! With over 3,500 citizens, Floydada serves as the county seat for Floyd County, spanning an area of 990 square miles. With a climate suitable for all types of business, Floyd County enjoys summers with low humidity, cool breezes, and typically experiences fair winters with minimal snowfall.
Floydada offers its citizens a genuine West Texas experience, with good food, friendly people, peaceful living, and ambitious opportunities for new businesses. With easy access to the rest of Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado or New Mexico, Floydada is a prime location for living and doing business.
The State of Texas is ranked the fifth cheapest place to live in the first quarter figures of a 2010 cost-of-living index. West Texas offers even more inexpensive and affordable options for individuals and companies looking for excellent economic opportunities. Supplying a business-friendly environment with reasonable tax laws and many incentive programs, Floydada is an inviting place for anyone looking for a better life and greater liberties in the pursuit of happiness.
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Location and Maps
Location in the United States
Location Relative to the State of Texas
Major Highway Map of Floydada
View the Flash animated map and the Google interactive map for more details. View map
Transportation Infrastructure
The City of Floydada serves a junction between State Highways 70, 207 and 62. As a result, the City serves as a gateway to Lubbock and Plainview from eastern counties such as Briscoe, Hall, Childress, Motley and Cottle. Likewise, regional communities such as South Plains, Cedar Hill, Flomot, Silverton, Turkey, Matador, Paducah, Idalou and Ralls also travel through Floydada. Floydada serves as the county seat for Floyd County and sees a combined traffic of over 7,000 vehicles on an average day.
Distance from Floydada to the following cities:
City, State
Distance in Miles
Lubbock, Texas
45
Plainview, Texas
25
Amarillo, Texas
100
Midland, Texas
170
San Angelo, Texas
210
Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas
320
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
320
El Paso, Texas
480
Traffic counts on an average day based on TxDOT as of September 24, 2007
Highway
Count
62 (South of Floydada)
2,200
62, 70 (East of Floydada)
2,100
70 (North of Floydada)
2,200
207 (North of Floydada)
690
Leading State Highways
62/82 Southwest leads to Lubbock, Brownfield, Seminole and Hobbs
70 West leads to Plainview (I-27 North to Amarillo, I-27 South to Lubbock), Clovis
62/82 East leads to Wichita Falls
207 South leads to Ralls and Post
Airport and Railway Access
Aiport (local).........................Floydada Municipal Airport, longest runway 4,600 ft. Airport (regional).................Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (48 miles) Railway Access...................Plainview - Burlington Northern-Sante Fe Railroad (27 miles)
Education and Workforce
Public Education
The City of Floydada is home to the Floydada Independent School District. The Floydada ISD began as a result of a number of facilities joining together, several which later became part of the district. Duncan was established in April 1967 on South 8th Street. Andrews was established in 1926 on North White Street, but as of the 2009-2010 school year has been combined with A.B. Duncan. The junior high was established in January 1924 on South 5th St.; the cafeteria and band hall were added in 1966-67. A new high school campus was established in 1957 on Whirlwind Alley; up until that time it had shared a campus with the junior high.
Floydada Independent School District is “Dedicated to Education and Committed to Excellence." Students attending this “TEA Recognized District" are provided a high-quality, 21st century education while enjoying the benefits of a small town atmosphere. The staff at FISD is dedicated to providing quality educational opportunities, as well as encouraging students to remain actively engaged in the various extra-curricular activities offered by the district. Floydada ISD strives for excellence in academic student achievement while emphasizing character and good citizenship in all endeavors. The district was awarded a “Recognized” rating from the Texas Education Agency for the 2008-2009 school year and also met the federal AYP (Annual Yearly Progress) standard. Two of the three campuses were also awarded “Recognized” status.
FISD is committed to educating every student through a comprehensive and academically challenging curriculum taught in a safe and nurturing environment. They challenge students to pursue dreams, succeed with integrity, and accomplish goals! Floydada ISD offers many student benefits and opportunities which include:
A well-trained and committed staff of teachers and administrators
A 21st Century Digital Learning Environment – technology is integrated into all aspects of the curriculum. Students in grades 5-12 are provided an Apple MacBook for 24/7 digital learning.
Dual Credit and Advanced Placement courses in high school
UIL sports including: Football, Basketball, Power Lifting, Cross Country, Track, Baseball, Softball, Golf, and Tennis
UIL Academic Competitions
A newly renovated elementary school featuring state of the art technology capabilities
Special education services for students with special needs
Enrollment of approximately 870 students
Texas Education Rating...................................Academically Acceptable Total Enrollment................................................858 Total Annual Budget.........................................$8,300,963 Student/Teacher Ratio......................................10.4/1
Campus Locations
AB Duncan Elementary Grades PK-5
1011 S. 8th Street Floydada, TX 79235
(806) 983-2296
Floydada Junior High School Grades 6-8
910 S. 5th Street Floydada, TX 79235
(806) 983-2161
Floydada High School Grades 9-12
1 Whirlwind Alley Floydada, TX 79235
(806) 983-2340
Floydada Administrative Offices
226 W. California Floydada, TX 79235
(806) 983-2498
Campus locations include: Duncan, Jr. High, High School, PAC (Parent Adolescent Center). Web site: www.floydadaisd.esc17.net
Area Colleges and Universities
Floydada's location also offers prime access to a number of secondary learning institutions. As a result, an educated workforce is readily available in the region. The following is a summary of these institutions and their distance from Floydada.
Wayland Baptist University offers degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, and master's levels. More than 1,000 students enroll on the campus in Plainview, plus 5,800 students on remote campuses abroad. Web site: www.wbu.edu
Locations
Distance
Plainview, Texas
25 miles
Lubbock, Texas
55 miles
South Plains College offers 78 associate degree programs, including employee-training programs with a campus enrollment of more than 5,900 students in Levelland. Web site: www.southplainscollege.edu
Locations
Distance
Plainview, Texas
25 miles
Lubbock, Texas
50 miles
Levelland, Texas
80 miles
Texas Tech University is a Division I University in Lubbock offering bachelors, masters, and doctorate degrees, with medical, engineering and law schools. Annual enrollment of 27,500. Web site: www.ttu.edu
Locations
Distance
Plainview, Texas
25 miles
Lubbock, Texas
50 miles
Levelland, Texas
80 miles
Lubbock Christian University is a faith based university which offers 34 baccalaureate degrees and 10 master’s degrees with an average annual enrollment of approximately 4,000 students. Web site: www.lcu.edu
Locations
Distance
Lubbock, Texas
55 miles
Amarillo College offers 75 associate degree programs with an average annual enrollment of approximately 9,900 students. Web site: www.actx.com
Locations
Distance
Amarillo, Texas (4 locations)
55 miles
Dumas, Texas
150 miles
Hereford, Texas
105 miles
West Texas A & M University offers 60 undergraduate programs and 43 master's programs with an average annual enrollment of 7,500 students. Web site: www.tamu.edu
Locations
Distance
Canyon, Texas
85 miles
Workforce Development
Floydada has a number of free training programs provided by the Floydada Professional Development Center and the Floydada Economic Development Corporation (EDC). Employers can access financial assistance for training through the Skills Development Fund and the Self-Sufficiency Fund administered by the Texas Workforce Commission. Local training facilities include Caprock Community Action and the Floydada Technology Center.
The Floydada Technology Center (FTC) began in 2003 and is provided by the Floydada EDC and is housed in the EDC offices at 105 South 5th Street. The Center itself was designed to provide workforce development to both citizens and businesses upon request. It houses a twelve student capacity classroom with an instructor's podium and computer that is attached to a projector. Learn more about the FTC.
Caprock Community Action was opened in 2002 and operates a learning lab that offers citizens the opportunity to earn their GED. They are located at 701 E. Lee Street in Floydada and they can be reached at 806-983-3134. Learn more here.
Major Employers and Industry
Major Employers (Top 15 In County)
Company Name
Employees
Type
Floydada ISD
182
Public
Lockney General Hospital District
120
Public
Floyd County
120
Public
Lockney ISD
110
Public
Carthel Brothers
100-150
Private
Floydada CoOp Gins
45
Private
Lockney Health and Rehab
41
Private
Lighthouse Electric Cooperative
35
Private
Barwise Gin
35
Private
Lowe's Marketplace
35
Private
Cargill Cattle Feeders
35
Private
Floydada Livestock Sales Co.
34
Private
City of Floydada
28
Public
Delta Pine and Land Company
27-42
Private
Darty Gin
25
Private
Industry The City of Floydada and Floyd County has a strong agriculture based economy like that of many other counties in the region. However, several other unique industries have added to the economic base to make it diverse in nature.
Future Development The Floydada Economic Development Corporation has land available at Floydada Industrial Park which designed to hold key property for future development. The land is actually owned by the Floydada Development Center (FDC). This entity is an unofficial arm of the Floydada EDC as a 501c3 charitable organization. The FDC works in conjunction with the Floydada Economic Development Corporation to create new jobs through this industrial park. The following is a Google Map of the park. The brown shaded area is the region owned by the Development Center as of March 2009.
The City of Floydada is located near the edge of the South Panhandle Caprock. This area is characterized by a higher elevation than that of land to the east. As a result, the wind energy potential for Floyd County represents a significant resource for future development.
Floydada Square Miles
2.0 mi.
Floyd County Square Miles
992 mi.
Elevation
2,600 ft. - 3,300 ft.
Climate
The City of Floydada and Floyd County experience all four seasons of weather. Winters are cool and windy with little or no precipitation with the exception of snowfall. Summers experience a more mild wind and moderately high temperatures.
The following is a list of average climate data to give a general idea of the weather in the area. Note these values are averages and estimates. They are not intended to provide precise data in a given time frame.
Floydada is home to several local restaurants, as well as some nationwide chains. If you're looking to try some authentic Mexican food, visit the Azteca Cafe in downtown Floydada or La Casa Del Embajador on the South Ralls Highway. Nielson's Restaurant and Catering on East Houston Street offers a wide variety of foods and a hearty daily buffet, and Leonard's Cafe sets out a good breakfast and lunch in a cozy atmosphere on 2nd Street.
If you're looking for some fast food, Dairy Queen and Subway are both located on the main drag. Tina's Donut Shop, at 629 W. Jackson St., and the Dixie Dog on East Houston St., also provide other dining options.
Lockney, a 15 minute drive away, is home to several other restaurants for those looking for something different.
Entertainment
Floydada offers a quiet, country life-style with easy access to big city attractions or outdoor activities. A short hour's drive takes you to any of the area lakes - Lake McKenzie, Lake Theo, White River Lake, Lake Allen Henry and Buffalo Springs Lake. Caprock Canyons State Park lies 45 miles outside of Floydada, offering convenient camping facilities, hiking trails, horseback riding, a scenic audio-guided drive, and many other enjoyable activities. The Roaring Springs Ranch Club, 33 miles from Floydada, calls itself the "Playground of West Texas," offering peaceful campsites, swimming and golfing.
Closer to home you can enjoy a relaxing day at the Floydada Country Club , explore the area's history at the Floyd County Historical Museum, or spend the afternoon at one of the local parks. You can also enjoy a dip in the City of Floydada Swimming Pool.
Plainview (25 miles) and Lubbock (55 miles) offer more recreational and cultural opportunities, with museums, movie theaters, the Depot District, golf courses and country clubs, and numerous concerts and theatres.
Festivals & Events
Floydada has several enjoyable festivals throughout the year. Punkin' Day is the most widely known festival, as Floydada is the Pumpkin Capital of the United States. Old Settlers' Day is usually held on Memorial Day weekend. The Floyd County Friends Benefit Gala boasts being the biggest social event of the year, and the Floyd County Stock Show and Floyd County Fair both offer a day of community spirit and camaraderie.
During the school year there are always athletic events to attend: football, basketball, baseball, softball, tennis and track. School spirit is strong in Floydada, with many from the community coming out to show support for their Whirlwinds.
Hotels & Meeting Facilities
Floydada has two motels: The Floydada Inn and The Bunk House Motel. Together these provide 65 rooms. Additionally, Floydada has an R.V. park.
There are several meeting facilities available in Floyd County: the Floyd County Friends Unity Center is a 30,000 sq. ft. multipurpose facility with a kitchen and stage; the Massie Activity Center has 5,000 sq. ft. with both a kitchen and stage; the Plains Baptist Assembly is capable of hosting large scale events with multiple meeting facilities suitable for retreats and overnight guests; the Floydada Country Club has a 9-hole golf course located in Blanco Canyon, as well as a swimming pool and meeting room. Other Floydada businesses have community rooms, including the Floydada E.D.C., First National Bank of Floydada, Floyd County Memorial Library, and many more.
Area Churches
Aiken Baptist Church: Aiken, TX
Bible Baptist Church: 810 S. 3rd, Floydada, TX
Calvary's Cornerstone Fellowship: 505 N. 2nd, Floydada, TX
Carr's Chapel: Floydada, TX
West College & Third church of Christ: Corner of W. College St. & 3rd St., Lockney, TX, 652-2668
First United Methodist Church: 203 W. Kentucky, Floydada, TX, 983-3706
First United Methodist Church: 102 W. Poplar St., Lockney, TX, 652-2193
Grant Chapel Church of God in Christ: Floydada, TX
Main Street church of Christ: 505 S. Main St., Lockney, TX, 652-3803
Mount Zion Baptist Church: 401 N. 12th St., Floydada, TX, 983-5805
New Salem Primitive Baptist Church: 983 FM Rd. 1958, Floydada, TX, 983-3429
Out Reach Harvest Pentecostal Church: 310 E. Mississippi, Floydada, TX, 983-6600
Power of Praise Full Gospel Church: 704 N. Main, Lockney, TX
Primera Iglesia Bautista: Lockney, TX
Primera Iglesia Bautista: 400 W. Kentucky, Floydada, TX
San Jose Catholic Church: 303 S.E. Fourth St., Lockney, TX, 652-2321
South Plains Baptist Church: Edwards Street, South Plains, TX, 983-5099
Templo Getsemani Assembly of God: 701 W. Missouri, Floydada, TX, 983-5286
St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church: 309 S. Wall St., Floydada, TX, 983-5878
Templo Bautista Salem: Lone Star Hwy., Lockney, TX, 652-2281
Templo Bethel Spanish Assembly of God: Washington & 1st St., Lockney, TX
Templo Nueva Vida: 308 W. Tennessee, Floydada, TX, 296-2366
Trinity Assembly: 500 W. Houston, Floydada, 983-2887
Trinity Lutheran Church: Providence Community on FM 2301, 293-3009
West Side church of Christ: Corner of West Mississippi Street and South 1st Street, Floydada, TX
Local Businesses
Floydada has many businesses, some old and some new. Included here are links to those businesses who have web sites. If you are looking for information on a business that is not listed here, please contact us at (806) 983-3318 or office@floydadaedc.com.
If your Floydada business' web site is not listed above, please contact us.
Wind Energy Development
The City of Floydada is located in what many call the wind corridor of the United States. The wind corridor stretches from the Panhandle of Texas up into Minnesota, including some of the most wind rich states in the country.
There are several reasons why Floyd County and Floydada, Texas are ideal for wind development. Those reasons include the quality of wind in the region, the potential to connect into two different electric grid systems, the plan scheduled for transmission build-out in the area and much more.
Wind Classification
The quality of wind is ranked on a scale of one to seven. In Floyd County the wind ranking is class 4, which is considered good for wind energy development. The map below shows Floyd County in relation to wind classifications. You can visit West Texas A&M University’s Alternative Energy Institute Web site for more information.
Texas is served by several different electric grid operators. Those operating in the Floyd County area are Southwest Power Pool (SPP) and the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT). It is beneficial for our area to be in such close vicinity to both grids because it allows for the opportunity to send electricity generated from wind farms either way. Even though Floyd County is located primarily in the SPP grid, lines can be built in the area that connects to the ERCOT grid. You can find out more about the electric grid system in the electricity chapter of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts’ Energy Report 2008.
In January of 2009 the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) chose several transmission service providers (TSPs) to construct a build-out of transmission lines across the state of Texas. The purpose of the transmission overhaul was to help harness the wind rich regions of West Texas and the Texas Panhandle in order to send the energy generated into more populated areas of Texas where the energy can be used. Two TSPs have Floyd County included in their study area, Sharyland Utilities and Wind Energy Transmission Texas (WETT). The Competitive Renewable Energy Zones project in Texas has the potential to help spur wind energy development in Floyd County. The maps below show Sharyland and WETT's project areas. View map of entire CREZ build-out.
Sharyland Utilities Project Area
WETT Project Area
You can find an interactive map of renewable energy projects in the United States at the National Resource Defense Council web site. Put in zip code 79235 to see development in Floyd County specifically. The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) also provides a list of all projects in the state along with project specifics (view project list).
*Note these rates are subject to change. Please contact the Floyd County Appraisal District for verification at (806) 983-5256.
The State of Texas does NOT have an "income tax" due to the presence of the sales tax.
Water Quality
2009 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
Where do we get our drinking water?
Our drinking water is obtained from SURFACE AND GROUND water sources. It comes from the following Lake/River/Reservoir/Aquifer: OGALLALA. A Source Water Susceptibility Assessment for your drinking water source(s) is currently being updated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. This information describes the susceptibility and types of constituents that may come into contact with your drinking water souce based on human activities and natural conditions. The information contained in the assessment will allow us to focus our source water protection strategies. Some of this source water assessment information will be available later this year on Texas Drinking Water Watch's web site.
Definitions:
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest permissible level of a contaminant in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected health risk. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contamination.
Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow.
Abbreviations:
NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units
MFL = million fibers per liter (a measure of asbestos)
pCi/L = picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity)
ppm = parts per million, or milligrams per liter (mg/l)
ppb = parts per billion, or micrograms per liter (ug/l)
ppt = parts per trillion, or nanograms per liter
ppq = parts per quadrillion, or picograms per liter
Inorganic Contaminants
Year orRange
Contaminant
Avg Level
Min Level
Max Level
MCL
MCLG
Unit of Measure
Source of Constituent
2009
Arsenic
3
3
3
10
0
ppb
Erosion of natural deposits; runoff from orchards; runoff from glass and electronics production wastes.
2009
Barium
0.182
0.182
0.182
2
2
ppm
Discharge of drilling wastes; discharge from metal refineries; erosion of natural deposits.
2009
Flouride
2.56
2.11
3
4
4
ppm
Erosion of natural deposits; water additive which promotes strong teeth; discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories.
2009
Nitrate
0.45
0.14
0.76
10
10
ppm
Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching from septic tanks, sewage; erosion of natural deposits.
2009
Selenium
5.3
5.3
5.3
50
50
ppb
Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching from septic tanks, sewage; erosion of natural deposits.
2007-09
Combined Radium 226 & 228
0.36
0
0.72
5
0
pCi/L
Erosion of natural deposits.
2007-09
Gross beta emitters
12.2
10.6
13.8
50
0
pCi/L
Decay of natural and man-made deposits.
2007-09
Gross alpha
6.95
6.9
7
15
0
pCi/L
Erosion of natural deposits.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level
Year
Disinfectant
Avg Level
Min Level
Max Level
MCL
MCLG
Unit of Measure
Source of Contaminant
2009
Chloramine Residual
1.05
0.2
3.9
4
4
ppm
Disinfectant used to control microbes.
Disinfectant Byproducts
Year
Contaminant
Avg Level
Min Level
Max Level
MCL
Unit of Measure
Source of Contaminant
2008
Total Haloacetic Acids
42.3
36.3
48.3
60
ppb
Byproduct of drinking water disinfection.
2008
Total Trihalomethanes
34.6
27.2
42
80
ppb
Byproduct of drinking water disinfection.
Unregulated Initial Distribution System Evaluation for Disinfection Byproducts
This evaluation is sampling required by EPA to determine the range of total trihalomethane and haloacetic acid in the system for future regulations. The samples are not used for compliance, and may have been collected under non-standard conditions. EPA also requires the data to be reported here.
Year
Contaminant
Avg Level
Min Level
Max Level
MCL
Unit of Measure
Source of Contaminant
2009
Total Haloacetic Acids
5.1
0
32.8
N/A
ppb
Byproduct of drinking water disinfection.
2009
Total Trihalomethanes
10
0
42.2
N/A
ppb
Byproduct of drinking water disinfection.
Unregulated Contaminants
Bromoform, cholorform, dichlorobromonethane, and dibromochloromethane are disinfection byproducts. There is no maximum contaminant level for these chemicals at the entry point to distribution.
Year
Contaminant
Avg Level
Min Level
Max Level
Unit of Measure
Source of Contaminant
2008-09
Chloroform
7
0
14
ppb
Byproduct of drinking water disinfection.
2008-09
Bromoform
0.6
0
1.2
ppb
Byproduct of drinking water disinfection.
2008-09
Bromodichloromethane
6.5
0
13
ppb
Byproduct of drinking water disinfection.
2008-09
Dibromochloromethane
4.6
0
9.2
ppb
Byproduct of drinking water disinfection.
Lead and Copper
Year
Contaminant
The 90th Percentile
# of Sites Exceeding Action Level
Action Level
Unit of Measure
Source of Contaminant
2007
Lead
1
0
15
ppb
Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits.
2007
Copper
0.081
0
1.3
ppm
Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits; leaching from wood preservatives.
"If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. This water supply is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead/.
Turbidity
Turbidity has no health effects. However, turbidity can interfere with disinfection and provide a medium for microbial growth. Turbidity may indicate the presence of disease-causing organisms. These organisms include bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can cause symptoms such as neusea, cramps, diarrhea and associated headaches.
Year
Contaminant
Highest Single Measurement
Lowest Monthly % of Samples Meeting Limits
Turbidity Limits
Unit of Measure
Source of Contaminant
2009
Turbidity
0.30
100.00
0.3
NTU
Soil runoff.
Total Coliform
Total coliform bacteria are used as indicators of microbial contamination of drinking water because testing for them is easy. While not disease-causing organisms themselves, they are often found in association with other microbes that are capable of causing disease. Coliform bacteria are more hardy than many disease-causing organisms; therefore, their absence from water is a good indication that the water is microbiologically safe for human consumption.
Year
Contaminant
Highest Monthly # of Positive Samples
MCL
Unit of Measure
Source of Contaminant
2009
Total coliform bacteria
1
*
Presence
Naturally present in the environment.
Secondary and Other Not Regulated Constituents
(No associated adverse health effects.)
Year or Range
Constituent
Avg Level
Min Level
Max Level
Secondary Limit
Unit of Measure
Source of Contaminant
2009
Aluminum
0.242
0.242
0.242
0.05
ppm
Abundant naturally occurring element.
2008-09
Bicarbonate
263
260
265
N/A
ppm
Corrosion of carbonate rocks such as limestone.
2009
Calcium
47.9
47.9
47.9
N/A
ppm
Abundant naturally occurring element.
2008-09
Chloride
21
16
27
300
ppm
Abundant naturally occurring element; used in water purification; byproduct of oil field activity.
2009
Copper
0.021
0.021
0.021
1
ppm
Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits; leaching from wood preservatives.
2005-08
Hardness as Ca/Mg
228
203
253
N/A
ppm
Naturally occurring calcium and magnesium.
2009
Magnesium
39.4
39.4
39.4
N/A
ppm
Abundant naturally occurring element.
2009
Nickel
0.003
0.003
0.003
N/A
ppm
Erosion of natural deposits.
2008-09
pH
7.6
7.4
7.8
>7.0
units
Measure of corrosivity of water.
2009
Sodium
66
66
66
N/A
ppm
Erosion of natural deposits; byproduct of oil field activity.
2008-09
Sulfate
115
28
201
300
ppm
Naturally occurring; common industrial byproduct; byproduct of oil field activity.
2008-09
Total Alkalinity as CaCO3
239
213
265
N/A
ppm
Naturally occurring soluble mineral salts.
2008-09
Total Dissolved Solids
464
375
552
1,000
ppm
Total dissolved mineral constituents in water.
2009
Total Hardness as CaCO3
282
282
282
N/A
ppm
Naturally occurring calcium.
2009
Zinc
0.012
0.012
0.012
5
ppm
Moderately abundant naturally occurring element; used in the metal industry.
All information from the "2009 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report: Consumer Confidence Report" from the City of Floydada, 114 W. Virginia St., 806-983-2834.