Water Main Flushing Scheduled For Middlebury

Connecticut Water Company is scheduled to flush some of its water mains in Naugatuck River Valley communities, including Middlebury and Naugatuck, beginning next week, the company announced.

"Routine flushing helps to maintain water quality by scouring the inside of the water mains and allows the Company to assess the condition of fire hydrants," officials wrote in a statement.

The flushing operations are scheduled for the daytime between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The schedule is as follows:

• Plymouth From April 10-17
• Naugatuck (East of the River) from April 17 – 27
• Naugatuck (West of the River from April 27 – May 4
• Middlebury from May 4 - 7

Please note that the flushing schedule may change on any given day, due to hazardous weather or unscheduled water system maintenance.

"During water main flushing it is possible that some customers may experience pressure fluctuations," wrote officials. "Flushing may also stir up harmless sediment that can cause discolored water. This is not a health concern but we do recommend that, if possible, customers avoid using the washing machine, dishwasher and other water-using devices until after flushing is completed and the water has cleared."

Any discolored water should clear within a few hours, and again, while experiencing discolored water, customers should avoid using their washing machine, dishwasher, or other water-using devices.

If discolored water persists for more than a few hours, customers should call Connecticut Water Company at 1-800-286-5700.

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