Hydrant Flushing Program
Frequently Asked Questions
The Flushing of the entire town Fire hydrants is starting Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
This Process will take approximately 9 weeks to complete.
Check back here for progress updates - areas are approximate as time and weather permit.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 - tentatively
- Hemlock St between Oak St & Elm St
- Buck St between Oak St & Elm St
- Elm St & West St
- Hemlock St & Rt 150
- Center Street from Kiwanis Park to East St
Monday, July 27, 2026 - tentatively
- Buck St between Center St & Pine St
- White St between Cherry St & North St
Friday, July 24, 2026 - NONE
Thursday, July 23, 2026 - NONE
- Chestnut St & Rt 150
- Main St & Rt 150
- Cedar St between West St & Buck St
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
- Harrier Dr
- Ospry Dr
- Prairie Falcon Dr
- Falcon Ridge Lot #6
- Falcon Ridge & Salt Creek
- Marsh Hawk Dr
- Perigrene Way
- Brickyard Park
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 - NONE
Monday, July 20, 2026 - NONE
Friday, July 17, 2026 - NONE
Thursday, July 16, 2026 - NONE
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
- Mockingbird Ln Dead end
- Kite Ct.
- Fox Run Ct.
- Marsh Hawk Dr.
- Falcon Ridge dead end
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
- Blue Jay Dr Lot#65& Lot #77
- Blue Jay Ct Dead End
- Dove Ave between Pheasant Ln & Mockingbird Ln
- Pheasant Ln & Mockingbird Ln
- Mockingbird Ln Dead End
- Kite Ct
- Fox Run Ct
- Salt Creek Rd
Monday, July 13, 2026
- Reeder Ct
- Countryside Dr Lot #4
- Countryside Dr & Morningside Dr
- Morningside Dr Lot #32 & Dead End
- Samuel Dr & Salt Creek Rd
- Cardinal Dr between Salt Creek Rd & Mockingbird Ln
- Cardinal Ct Dead End
- Oriole Dr & Mockingbird Ln
Friday, July 10, 2026 - NONE
Thursday, July 9, 2026 - NONE
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
- At South Tower
- Bicentennial Dr & Demma Dr
- 805 S Hemlock St
- Century Dr Lot#9
- Buckles Grove Rd East of Taylor Ln
- Buckles Grove at Country Ln
- Taylor Ln Lot #10
- Country Ln & Bicentenial Dr
- Behind Country Ln Lot #21
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 - NONE
Monday, July 6, 2026 - NONE
Friday, July 3,2026 - NONE
Thursday, July 2, 2026 - NONE
Wednesday, July 1,2026 - NONE
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
- East St South of Sunset Dr
- Persimmon Dr & Sunset Dr
- Burcham Dr & East St
- Burcham Dr at Dead End
Monday, June 29, 2026
- Cedar St between Pearl St & East St
- Gilmore Ave
- East St between Vine St & Cedar St
- East St north of Sunset Dr
Friday, June 26, 2026 - NONE
Thursday, June 25, 2026
- Washington St between Main St & Pearl St
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
- Pine St between East St & Main St
- Walnut St between Pine St & North St
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - NONE
Monday, June 22, 2026 - NONE
Friday, June 18, 2026 - NONE
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - NONE
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - NONE
Why is hydrant flushing necessary?
Hydrant flushing helps purge the waterlines of the build-up of sediment over time. It also alerts the operators of any weakness in the system, such as a weak valve or a hydrant that needs replacing. In addition to enhancing water quality, hydrant flushing ensures public safety by maintaining firefighting capability.
What should I do when crews are flushing hydrants in my area?
If you see a crew flushing a hydrant on your street, avoid running your tap water, using the washing machine or the dishwasher until the flushing is complete. If you see hydrant flushing crews working in the area, please drive carefully and treat them like any other construction crew.
What should I do after hydrant flushing?
If tap water is used during flushing, it could come out full of sediment that causes discoloration. If you encounter discolored water, shut the water off and wait several minutes. After waiting, check clarity by running cold water for a few minutes, allowing new water to work its way into your pipes. If the water is clear, it is OK to use. If not, wait a few more minutes and check again. In some cases, there may be slight discoloration for a few hours. This discoloration only affects the appearance of the water, it does not affect the taste or water quality.
Avoid washing laundry during scheduled flushing times. Wait until the water runs clear at the tap, then wash a load of dark clothes first. If you happen to be in the middle of washing laundry while hydrants are being flushed, DO NOT DRY your clothes. An iron and sediment removal product can be purchased from your local grocery store and are usually effective removing the discoloration in clothes that have not been dried.
If pressure or volume seems low, check your faucet screens for trapped particles.
Why does my water look funny after hydrant flushing?
When a hydrant is opened, there will be temporary incidences of discolored water while fine sediment particles are flushed out. There is no health hazard associated with the discolored water. Allow a few hours for discoloration to dissipate. To verify water is clear, run your cold-water tap for a few minutes.