If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to bring one of Excelsior Springs’ historic mineral wells back to life, Public Works Director Chad Birdsong breaks it down on-site at the Lithia Well in downtown Excelsior.

From a drawdown test to water sampling, structural checks, and state approvals, reopening the well isn’t as simple as flipping a switch; it’s a careful process to make sure the water is safe and the system is sound.

Watch the Excelsior Citizen interview with Chad to learn more.