Water Company Continues Fall Hydrant Flushing

Ohio American Water will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, October 3 through Friday, October 7 between 8:00 a.m. and 12:30 a.m.

“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 District.  “Ohio American Water consistently meets or exceeds all drinking water standards and maintaining the distribution system helps preserve that quality and reliability.”

No interruptions in water service will occur as a result of the flushing.  Customers may notice a drop in water pressure, temporary water discoloration or small particles of calcium or iron which will dislodge in the process.  While these conditions pose no health concern, they can stain laundry.  If possible, customers should avoid doing laundry while the flushing is taking place nearby. If tap water is discolored, allow it to run until clear. 

This is also a good time for customers to check and flush their home water system.  Tips on home water system maintenance are available in the Customer Communications section of OAW’s Website or by clicking here.

Customers who have questions may call the OAW Customer Service Center at 800-673-5999.

Flushing Schedule for Week 2 (of 5):

Tuesday, October 4, 2011: Barnhart Street, Midlam Street, Benton Place, 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, Clinton Street, Brookside Drive, National Drive, Saint Gallen Drive, Western Drive, and Swiss Drive.

Wednesday, October 5, 2011: Bennett Street, Nye Street, Curve Street, Glad Street, Latourette Street, Fies Avenue, Waterloo Street, York Street,  Davids Street, Columbia Street, Wood Street, Herman Street, Darius Street, Uncapher Avenue, Mound Street, Buckeye Street, Vancouver Drive, Savannah Drive, Rochelle Drive, Catalina Drive, Westlawn Drive, and Oak Grove Avenue.

Thursday, October 6, 2011: Congress Street, Woodrow Avenue, Merkle Avenue, Davids Street, Henry Street, Uncapher Avenue, Westwood Avenue, Edison Avenue, Sheridan Road, Chatfield Drive, Bellefontaine Avenue, Shellbark Street, Hickory Drive, all of Colonial Acres.

Friday, October 7, 2011: Bellefontaine Avenue, Cheney Avenue, Evans Road, Smith Street, Gill Avenue, Miami Street, Park Boulevard, Darlington Court, Olney Avenue, Blaine Avenue, Lilac Lane, Daffodil Drive, Whitmore Street, and Windsor Street.

Customers with questions may contact Ohio American Water’s 24-hour customer service center at 1-800-673-5999 for assistance.