According the Mansfield town Web site, annual water system flushing is currently in progress.
Over the next six to eight week period, crews from the Mansfield Water Division will be flushing hydrants in various street areas throughout the town beginning in West Mansfield. Flushing takes place weeknights between the hours of 12 p.m. and 6 a.m. (weather permitting). Motorists are asked to watch for workers in or near the roadway, and to please drive with caution.
Water customers may (or may not) experience discolored water as a result of this activity. Should this occur, run faucets, tub, spigots, etc. until water color clears. As a precaution to protect laundry, check water in clothes washers and make sure the water color is clear before adding fabrics.
Below is a list of street areas scheduled to be flushed Wednesday, September 26, 2012 12 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Gilbert St.
York Rd.
South Park Ln.
Victoria Ln.
Windsor Pl.
Martha’s Way
Megan’s Way
Wayside Dr.
Black Pond Rd.
Old Farm Rd.
Saddleridge Rd.
Martha’s Way
Chessman Rd.
Customers may or may not experience discolored water as a result of this activity. Should this occur, run faucets, tub, spigots, etc. until water color clears. To protect laundry, check water in clothes washers before adding fabrics.
Flushing schedule updates will be posted as it becomes available on Mansfield Cable Access TV Channel 15/FIOS Channel 27 (Notice Scroll), Town of Mansfield website http://www.mansfieldma.com “All Notices” and Mansfield Water Email Notification System (participating customers).
We appreciate your patience and cooperation while this important maintenance work is performed.
For questions, contact Town of Mansfield, Water Division (508) 261-7376.
*Water Conservation Tip
Install a rain sensor on your irrigation controller so your system won't run when it's raining.
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