A U.S. Army retiree gets a drink of water at U.S. Army Garrison Italy. Drinking water at U.S. Army Garrison Italy’s Camp Darby installations is fully compliant with international standards, according to the Directorate of Public Works.
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PISA, Italy — Drinking water across Darby Military Community remains in full compliance with international standards, according to U.S. Army Garrison Italy’s Directorate of Public Works which recently released its annual Drinking Water Consumer Confidence Report.
“USAG Italy’s drinking water meets all applicable quality standards,” said Bernie Kruse, USAG Italy’s Director of Public Works. “The systems we manage—and the partnerships we rely on—are working as intended to provide quality drinking water to the DMC community.”
Water in the DMC is supplied by local utilities in Livorno and Pisa, sourced from deep aquifer wells, then softened and treated by DPW before distribution. DPW conducts routine testing to ensure compliance with Italian and U.S. regulations and monitors water quality, targeting potential contaminants.
In July 2024, iron and manganese exceeded limits at the Depot’s entry point—but not at taps used by people on post. DPW continues to monitor that. Elevated lead levels in two buildings, the Italian Mensa and the Fire Department, were resolved by replacing old faucets, with follow-up testing confirming the effectiveness of the replacement actions.
While minor traces of contaminants are normal in all water, the report confirms all applicable water quality parameters are met, Kruse said. Residents can support water quality by flushing taps each morning, using cold water for food prep, cleaning aerators twice a year, and changing water filters regularly.
“Our systems are working as designed to provide good, reliable water to the community,” Kruse said.
For a copy of the report, email DPW’s Environmental Division
