City of Norman Wins Regional Water Taste Contest, Advances to National Competition
The City of Norman, Oklahoma, secured first place in the 2026 Southwest American Water Works Association Water Taste Contest. This invite-only regional competition saw Norman triumph over other cities, including Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The victory qualifies Norman to compete in the American Water Works Association's Annual Conference and Expositions in San Diego in 2027. Water samples in the competition were judged based on their flavor characteristics using a 10-point scale and were served at room temperature to ensure consistent evaluation. Norman's participation in the regional contest followed its earlier win in the 2026 American Public Works Association/Oklahoma Water Environment Association Water Taste Contest. The upcoming national competition will feature 39 other regional winners from across the country, all vying for the top honor in water taste.
