Water main flushing this week

Periodically, the town of Springfield cleans the water mains of harmless corrosion and accumulated foreign matter by opening hydrants and allowing the water to escape under high pressure.

The flushing action is part of the program to maintain quality water.

Although such flushing may produce temporary discoloration, the safety of the water is not affected in any way. However, it is advised that clothes washing and cleaning projects be scheduled for another time.

All water mains will be flushed between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 27, through Friday, Oct. 1.

During the times this work is performed, it is expected that the entire system will be affected. It is suggested that restaurants, laundromats, and other businesses keep their use to a minimum until the water clears. The water system will be riled and cloudy, but this condition will clear up on completion of the work.

The following lists which areas they are expected to work on which days.

Monday

• Reservoir Road area
• North Springfield
• Pedden & Orchard Lane areas
• River Street
• Westview
• Plaza

Tuesday

• Fairground Road area
• Chester Road area
• Park & Union Street areas
• Mineral & Mt. Vernon areas

Wednesday

• Valley Street & Elm Hill areas
• Main Street

Thursday

• Clinton Street area
• Will Dean - Seavers Brook Roads
• Summer Street & Summer Hill areas
• Bridge & Wall Street area

Friday

• South Street area
• Birdland
• Olive & Bacon Street area