Critical Maintenance Practice Will Conclude on October 25
The Hicksville Water District (HWD) will be flushing water mains throughout its service area as a part of its regular Distribution System Maintenance Program starting on October 20 through October 25 between the hours of 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. to minimize the impact on the community. The flushing will be focused in the southwest quadrant of the District service area, which is west of Jerusalem Avenue and south of Old Country Road. Residents should remember that their water is absolutely safe to drink during this period.
“Our integrity of our infrastructure is crucial to our ability to provide residents with efficient water service, and our annual fall flushing program is an important part of our infrastructure maintenance,” said HWD Commissioner Karl Schweitzer. “This practice helps clear any sediment deposits that have built up within our water mains over the past year, helping water flow more freely to our residents’ homes. We will work hard to ensure that we minimize disturbances to the community during this process and homeowners can rest assured that their water will be safe to drink, although there may be some slight changes in water pressure or color.”
The HWD flushes its water mains each year to protect the integrity of the water supply and to continuously provide residents with the high-quality water they have come to expect. Flushing allows the District to guard against possible accumulation of dissolved chemicals in water mains that has occurred during the past year. The flushing program also provides an opportunity for the District to check for leaks and test water pressure. It also allows the District to determine the water’s pH level and color, as well as to make exact calculations on rates of water flow, adding to its importance in the District’s water distribution practices.
Slight water pressure variations or discolored water conditions may occur during the flushing process, and water uses such as laundering of clothes may be affected due to coloration of water. If the water in your home does become discolored, it can be solved quickly by running your cold-water faucets until the water clears up.
For more information and assistance, please contact the Hicksville Water District at 516-931-6469 or info@hicksvillewater.org.
