Week 3 of 2014 Spring Hydrant Flushing

Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, June 2 through Friday, June 6 between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm.

“Flushing is an important part of our system’s regular maintenance program. It ensures hydrants and valves are working properly and helps prevent sediment buildup,” said Don Scott, Operations Supervisor for the Marion Division. “Aqua Ohio consistently meets or exceeds all drinking water standards and maintaining the distribution system helps preserve that quality and reliability.”

Scott says that no interruptions in water service will occur as a result of the flushing but customers may notice a drop in water pressure or temporary water discoloration. If possible, customers should refrain from doing laundry to avoid possible staining while the flushing is taking place near their home. If tap water is discolored, allow it to run until clear. Running several cold-water faucets at the same time will help the water clear faster.

Week 3 (of 8) Flushing Schedule:

• Monday, June 2, 2014: East Center Street, Wilson Avenue, John Street, Dix Avenue, Carhart Street, Jefferson Street south of RR Tracks, North Grand Avenue south of RR Tracks, North Seffner Avenue, Lincoln Avenue, Gebhardt Street, Adams Street east of Lincoln, Barnhart Street, Garfield Street, Midlam Avenue, Benton Place.
• Tuesday, June 3 2014: Chicago Avenue, East Center Street, Wilson Avenue, Johnson Street, Boone Avenue, Neil Avenue, Franconia Avenue, Madison Avenue, West Center Street, State Route 95 west, Brentwood Drive, Glenwood Drive, Rosewood Drive.
• Wednesday, June 4, 2014: Bennett Street, Clinton Street, National Drive, Saint Gallen Drive, Western Drive, Swiss Drive, Nye Street, Glad Street, Latourette Street, Fies Avenue and Waterloo Street.
• Thursday, June 5, 2014: Davids Street, Bennett Street, Wood Street, Herman Street, Darius Street, Uncapher Avenue, Mound Street, Buckeye Street, Vancouver Drive, Savannah Drive, Rochelle Drive, Catalina Drive, Westlawn Drive, Uncapher Avenue, Henry Street, Oak Grove Avenue.
• Friday, June 6, 2014: Congress Street, Woodrow Avenue, Merkle Avenue, Westwood Avenue, Edison Avenue and Sheridan Road.

Scott says this is also a good time for customers to check and flush their home water system. You can find tips on home water system maintenance at www.aquaamerica.com/pages/customerservice.aspx.

Customers who have questions may call the Customer Service Center toll-free at 877.WTR.AQUA (877.987.2782).