Critical Maintenance Practice Will Conclude on May 2
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 April 27 through May 2 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 northwest quadrant of the District service area, which is west of Broadway and north of Old Country Road. Residents should remember that their water is absolutely safe to drink during this period.
“Our ability to distribute drinking water to more than 48,000 residents is highly contingent on the integrity of our water mains,” said HWD Chairman Nicholas Brigandi. “Or semi-annual flushing program helps to clear mains of any sediment buildup that may have accumulated inside them, enabling water to pass through with minimal resistance. Work will occur at night into the very early morning to minimize disturbance to our residents as much as possible, and it is important for residents in the area to know that their water is safe to drink during this time despite any possible slight variations in water color or pressure.”
The HWD regularly flushes its water mains to protect the integrity of the water supply and to continuously provide residents with the high-quality water they have come to expect every day. Flushing allows the District to guard against possible accumulation of dissolved iron 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. Additionally, the HWD is able to determine the water’s pH level and color, as well as make exact calculations on rates of water flow, which only adds to its importance in the District’s water distribution practices.
Slight variations in water pressure or color may occur during the flushing process, the latter of which may affect certain water uses such as laundering of clothes. 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 [email protected].
